Oklahoma Secretary of State Benjamin Lepak was arrested on Friday night in Edmond on suspicion of public intoxication, according to a police report. Officers responded to a call at approximately 10:45 p.m. regarding a man who appeared intoxicated. Upon arrival, officers found Lepak near a McDonald's drive-thru and identified his vehicle in the parking lot. The arrest affidavit stated that Lepak exhibited slurred speech and had an odor of alcohol on his breath. He struggled to present his identification and acknowledged consuming beer earlier that evening at a gathering with other fathers at a church.
During the encounter, Lepak disputed claims that he was unsteady and provided inconsistent statements about how he arrived at the location. He was ultimately arrested for public intoxication. A spokesperson for Lepak stated that he was waiting for dinner and noted that no breathalyzer test was administered. Following the incident, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond called for Governor Kevin Stitt to dismiss Lepak, citing concerns about his conduct and previous arrest history. Lepak was appointed as Secretary of State in October 2025 and has held various positions, including general counsel to the governor.