Oklahoma § 15-379 - Proceedings against principal, surety may require
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 15-379 — Proceedings against principal, surety may require, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-379. Proceedings against principal, surety may require
A surety may require his creditor to proceed against the
principal, or to pursue any other remedy in his power which the
surety cannot himself pursue, and which would lighten his burden;
and if in such case the creditor neglects to do so, the surety is
exonerated to the extent to which he is thereby prejudiced.
R.L.1910, § 1058.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 15-379
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 15-379 cover?
Section 15-379 ("Proceedings against principal, surety may require") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 15-379?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 15-379 apply to my situation?
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