Oklahoma § 21-281
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-281, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-281.
False statements made during an internal investigation.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 21. Crimes and Punishments
A. Any person who knowingly makes or utters a materially false
statement, either verbally or in writing, in the course of an
internal state agency investigation shall, upon conviction, be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in the county
jail for not more than one (1) year, or by a fine not exceeding Five
Hundred Dollars ($500.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment.
B. The person being interviewed pursuant to subsection A of
this section shall be informed, in writing and prior to commencement
of the interview, that providing a materially false statement shall
subject the person to criminal prosecution.
Added by Laws 2009, c. 211, § 1, emerg. eff. May 19, 2009.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-281
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-281 cover?
Section 21-281 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 § 21-281?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 21-281 apply to my situation?
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