Oklahoma § 20-30.17 - Vacancies
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 20-30.17 — Vacancies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-30.17. Vacancies
In case a Judge of the Court of Civil Appeals dies, retires,
resigns, or is removed from office, the Governor shall fill the
vacancy by appointment from the congressional district where the
vacancy exists of a person having the required qualifications. The
Judicial Nominating Commission shall choose and submit to the
Governor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court three nominees,
each of whom has previously notified the Commission in writing that
he or she will serve as a Judge if appointed. The Governor shall
appoint one of the nominees to fill the vacancy, but if he fails to
do so within sixty (60) days the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
shall appoint one of the nominees, the appointment to be certified
by the Secretary of State.
Added by Laws 1987, c. 33, § 3, emerg. eff. April 20, 1987. Amended
by Laws 1996, c. 97, § 13, eff. Nov. 1, 1996.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 20-30.17
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 20-30.17 cover?
Section 20-30.17 ("Vacancies") 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.
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