Oklahoma § 43-120.5 - Fees - Appointment
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 43-120.5 — Fees - Appointment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43-120.5. Fees - Appointment
A. 1. No parenting coordinator shall be appointed unless the
court finds that the parties have the means to pay the fees of the
parenting coordinator.
2. This state shall assume no financial responsibility for
payment of fees to the parenting coordinator; except that, in cases
of hardship, the court, if feasible, may appoint a parenting
coordinator to serve on a volunteer basis.
B. 1. The fees of the parenting coordinator shall be allocated
between the parties with the relative percentages determined
pursuant to the child support guidelines.
2. The court may allocate the fees between the parties
differently upon a finding of good cause by the court or good cause
set forth in the parenting coordinator’s report.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 407, § 12, eff. July 1, 2001. Amended by
Laws 2003, c. 302, § 9, emerg. eff. May 28, 2003.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 43-120.5
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 43-120.5 cover?
Section 43-120.5 ("Fees - Appointment") 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 § 43-120.5?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 43-120.5" (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 § 43-120.5 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma.