Oklahoma § 44-830 - Charges and specifications

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 44-830 — Charges and specifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 44-830. Charges and specifications

ARTICLE 30. Charges and specifications.

A. Charges and specifications:

1. May be preferred only by a person subject to the Oklahoma

Uniform Code of Military Justice; and

2. Shall be preferred by presentment in writing, signed under

oath before a commissioned officer of the armed forces who is

authorized to administer oaths.

B. The writing specified in paragraph 2 of subsection A of this

section shall state that the signer:

1. Has personal knowledge of, or has investigated, the matters

set forth in the charges and specifications; and

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2. The matters set forth in the charges and specifications are

true, to the best of the knowledge and belief of the signer.

C. When charges and specifications are preferred under

subsection A of this section, the proper authority shall, as soon as

practicable:

1. Inform the person accused of the charges and specifications;

and

2. Determine what disposition should be made of the charges and

specifications in the interest of justice and discipline.

Added by Laws 2019, c. 408, § 37, eff. Oct. 1, 2019.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 44-830

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 44-830 cover?

Section 44-830 ("Charges and specifications") 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 § 44-830?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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How does Oklahoma § 44-830 apply to my situation?

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