Oklahoma § 56-142 - Amount of allowance
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 56-142 — Amount of allowance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-142. Amount of allowance
The allowance to each of such women shall not exceed Ten Dollars
($10.00) a month when she has but one child under the age of
fourteen (14) years, and if she has more than one child under the
age of fourteen (14) years, it shall not exceed the sum of Ten
Dollars ($10.00) a month for the first child and Five Dollars
($5.00) a month for each of the other children under the age of
fourteen (14) years.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 56. Poor Persons
Added by Laws 1915, c. 183, § 2.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 56-142
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 56-142 cover?
Section 56-142 ("Amount of allowance") 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 § 56-142?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 56-142 apply to my situation?
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