Oklahoma § 21-266 - Asking or receiving bribes
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-266 — Asking or receiving bribes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-266. Asking or receiving bribes
Any executive officer or person elected or appointed to
executive office who asks, receives or agrees to receive any bribe
upon any agreement or understanding that his vote, opinion or action
upon any matter then pending, or which may by law be brought before
him in his official capacity, shall be influenced thereby, shall be
guilty of a Class C2 felony offense punishable by imprisonment as
provided for in subsections B through F of Section 20M of this
title, or by a fine not exceeding Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00),
or both; and in addition thereto, any such person forfeits office
and is forever disqualified from holding any public office under the
laws of the state.
R.L. 1910, § 2149. Amended by Laws 1997, c. 133, § 158, eff. July
1, 1999; Laws 1999, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 5, § 78, eff. July 1, 1999;
Laws 2025, c. 486, § 205, eff. Jan. 1, 2026.
NOTE: Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 23 amended the effective
date of Laws 1997, c. 133, § 158 from July 1, 1998, to July 1, 1999.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-266
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-266 cover?
Section 21-266 ("Asking or receiving bribes") 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 § 21-266?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 21-266" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 21-266 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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