Oklahoma § 38-108 - Civil liability of petitioners
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 38-108 — Civil liability of petitioners, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-108. Civil liability of petitioners
Any person responsible for the creation, drafting or circulating
of a grand jury petition may be held liable for civil damages for
libel or slander due to any false allegation made in the body of
said petition, if such allegations are proven to be made with malice
and with an ulterior or illicit purpose.
Laws 1989, c. 180, § 8, eff. Nov. 1, 1989.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 38. Jurors
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 38-108
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 38-108 cover?
Section 38-108 ("Civil liability of petitioners") 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 § 38-108?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 38-108" (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?
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How does Oklahoma § 38-108 apply to my situation?
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