According to Oklahoma state law, who is prohibited from transporting firearms in a motor vehicle?

The correct answer is that convicted felons are prohibited from transporting firearms in a motor vehicle under Oklahoma state law. This restriction is grounded in the legal principle that individuals who have been convicted of serious crimes, particularly felonies, may pose a heightened risk to public safety if they have access to firearms. The legal system aims to mitigate this risk by preventing certain individuals from possessing or transporting firearms altogether.

In contrast, while individuals under 21 years old, those without a firearms authorization, and individuals who have not completed a safety course may face various legal requirements and restrictions concerning firearm possession or transportation, these do not constitute an outright prohibition. For instance, individuals under 21 may be allowed to have firearms in certain contexts with parental consent or under specific circumstances, and individuals without a firearms authorization may still transport firearms if they are in compliance with other legal stipulations. Additionally, state regulations regarding safety courses often pertain to the carrying of firearms rather than transporting them, indicating that while training might be encouraged, it does not serve as a legal barrier to transportation.

Therefore, the prohibition specifically applies to those convicted of felonies, aligning with broader national policies aimed at maintaining standards for firearm ownership and transportation to safeguard public safety.