Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed into law a Republican-backed bill aimed at protecting drivers who hit rioters blocking roadways. The bill, HB 1674, authored by state Rep. Kevin West (R-Moore) and state Sen. Rob Standridge (R-Norman), provides certain legal protections for drivers who injure or kill somebody while they are “fleeing from a riot” and when there is “reasonable belief” that they are in danger. It also amends state law to classify the unlawful obstruction of a road or highway as a misdemeanor publishable by up to one year in prison and a $5,000 fine. “This is an important protection for citizens who are just trying to get out of a bad situation,” West said. “When fleeing an unlawful riot, they should not face threat of prosecution for trying to protect themselves, their families or their property.” Standridge said he was moved by an incident that occurred in Tulsa last …