Republican Oklahoma state Rep. Ty Burns pleaded guil ty to one charge of domestic abuse and two charges of misdemeanor assault, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced Thursday.

The charges stemmed from incidents involving “family members” in November 2024 and April 2025. In a statement, Burns said he would step down from his position as chairman of the Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee, but would not resign from office.

“I know I must do better for myself and my family. I deeply regret what occurred and am prepared to be held accountable for my actions. I am stepping down from my position as chair of the Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee so I can focus on my family and serving my constituents,” Burns wrote.

Burns was first elected to the Okl

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