Oklahoma § 34-5 - Preservation after approval
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 34-5 — Preservation after approval, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34-5. Preservation after approval
A. If any measure shall, at the ensuing election, be approved
by the people, then the copies so preserved, with the sheets of
signatures and affidavits, and a certified copy of the Governor's
proclamation declaring the same to have been approved by the people,
shall be bound together in such form that they may be conveniently
identified. The material required to be bound together shall be
preserved by the Secretary of State for two (2) years after the
measure was filed with the Secretary of State or, if objections or
protests are filed on a measure, for two (2) years after the final
decision of the Supreme Court on any objections or protests filed.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 34. Initiative and Referendum
Thereafter, the Secretary of State may dispose of the material in
cooperation with the Archives and Records Commission.
B. The Secretary of State may dispose of materials from
measures which were filed prior to this act in cooperation with the
Archives and Records Commission.
C. The Secretary of State shall cause every such measure so
approved by the people to be printed with the general laws enacted
by the next ensuing session of the Legislature with the date of the
Governor's proclamation declaring the same to have been approved by
the people.
R.L. 1910, § 3372; Laws 1992, c. 92, § 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1992.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 34-5
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 34-5 cover?
Section 34-5 ("Preservation after approval") 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 § 34-5?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 34-5" (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 § 34-5 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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