Oklahoma lawmaker pleads guilty, resigns amid charges
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Oklahoma City. State Representative Ajay Pittman resigned Wednesday after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit a felony, second-degree forgery and violating the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act. Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced a seven-year deferred sentence, restitution and a settlement with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission that bars Pittman from holding office for 15 years. Investigations into alleged campaign fund misuse dating to 2020 prompted an October suspension and legal action leading to this week’s plea and resignation. Officials confirmed restitution terms and the deferred sentence as part of the agreement. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Oklahoma City. State Representative Ajay Pittman resigned Wednesday after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit a felony, second-degree forgery and violating the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act. Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced a seven-year deferred sentence, restitution and a settlement with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission that bars Pittman from holding office for 15 years. Investigations into alleged campaign fund misuse dating to 2020 prompted an October suspension and legal action leading to this week’s plea and resignation. Officials confirmed restitution terms and the deferred sentence as part of the agreement. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. 2019: Ajay Pittman assumes office representing House District 99.
- 2. 2020–2022: Ethics Commission investigates alleged campaign finance irregularities and expenditures.
- 3. October 2025: House Democratic Caucus temporarily suspends Pittman amid public lawsuit.
- 4. Late 2025: Ethics Commission and Attorney General pursue civil and criminal actions.
- 5. This week (January 2026): Pittman pleads guilty, resigns, accepts deferred sentence and restitution.
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