Oklahoma § 22-36 - Civil and criminal immunity for private citizens aiding
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-36 — Civil and criminal immunity for private citizens aiding, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-36. Civil and criminal immunity for private citizens aiding
police officers - Federal law enforcement officers.
Private citizens aiding a peace officer, or other officers of
the law in the performance of their duties as peace officers or
officers of the law, shall have the same civil and criminal immunity
as a peace officer, as a result of any act or commission for aiding
or attempting to aid a peace officer or other officer of the law,
when such officer is in imminent danger of loss of life or grave
bodily injury or when such officer requests such assistance and when
such action was taken under emergency conditions and in good faith.
Every federal law enforcement officer, as defined in Section 99
of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, while engaged in the
performance of official duties as a federal law enforcement officer
or when serving as a peace officer for the State of Oklahoma shall
have the same immunity from civil and criminal actions as any other
peace officer performing official duties within this state. The
State of Oklahoma or any of its political subdivisions shall not
assume the liability for or provide the legal representation for any
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure
federal law enforcement officer serving as peace officers of the
State of Oklahoma.
Added by Laws 1968, c. 362, § 1, emerg. eff. May 9, 1968. Amended
by Laws 1995, c. 240, § 4, emerg. eff. May 24, 1995; Laws 1997, c.
43, § 4, emerg. eff. April 7, 1997.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-36
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-36 cover?
Section 22-36 ("Civil and criminal immunity for private citizens aiding") 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 § 22-36?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 22-36" (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 § 22-36 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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