Oklahoma Possessing a Weapon While Committing or Attempting to Commit a Felony is a criminal offense under Oklahoma law. This offense is also known as being armed with a weapon while in the commission of a felony, or felony-firearm. Under Oklahoma statute 21 O.S. §§ 1272 and 1278, if a person is found to be in possession of a firearm while in the commission of a felony, they will be subject to enhanced penalties. There are two types of Oklahoma Possessing a Weapon While Committing or Attempting to Commit a Felony: 1. Possession of a Firearm While Committing or Attempting to Commit a Felony: Under Oklahoma law, it is illegal to possess a firearm while committing or attempting to commit a felony. If a person is found to be in possession of a firearm while in the commission of a felony, they will be subject to enhanced penalties, including a minimum of two years in prison and a fine of up to $20,000. 2. Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon: Under Oklahoma law, it is illegal for a convicted felon to possess a firearm. If a person is found to be in possession of a firearm, and they have a prior felony conviction, they will be subject to enhanced penalties, including a minimum of five years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000.