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Oklahoma Ethics Commission Keeps Investigation Into Rep. Danny Williams Open
The Oklahoma Ethics Commission voted Thursday to leave its investigation into state Rep. Danny Williams open, with the executive director saying the probe is 'at least halfway' complete. The case involves potential conflicts of interest and alleged misuse of office.
OKLAHOMA CITY â The Oklahoma Ethics Commission decided Thursday to keep its investigation into state Rep. Danny Williams open after meeting in executive session, leaving the case active as the inquiry continues.
"I'll also note that no action was taken in regard to case number 2026-19," said Lee Anne Bruce Boone, executive director of the ethics commission.
Boone described the investigation as extensive and serious, saying staff are reviewing thousands of pages of documents to ensure the probe is thorough and fair to Williams.
"This is a very large investigation that's very serious," Boone said. "And so, we are spending a lot of time going through thousands of pages, trying to make sure that while we recognize the importance of moving forward with the investigation, we don't want to shortchange anything, and we don't want to shortchange Representative Williams either in the process."
Williams, who was recently elected, has responded to the commission's formal notice of allegations and is cooperating with the investigation, according to his attorney. The inquiry outlines potential conflicts of interest and alleged misuse of office. Investigators are reviewing financial information and documents and speaking with witnesses.
"I would say we're at least halfway in terms of our investigation," Boone said.
The commission could ultimately pursue a settlement or file a civil case in district court. The attorney general's office is also reviewing any potential criminal activity uncovered during the investigation.
The ethics commission's next meeting is scheduled for Dec. 3.