Oklahoma § 58-81 - Proceedings in case of lost will
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 58-81 — Proceedings in case of lost will, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58-81. Proceedings in case of lost will
Whenever any will is lost or destroyed, the court must take
proof of the execution and validity thereof and establish the same,
notice to all heirs, legatees and devisees being first given, as
prescribed in regard to proofs of wills in other cases. All the
testimony given must be reduced to writing, signed by the witnesses,
filed and preserved.
R.L.1910, § 6226; Laws 1953, p. 234, § 8; Laws 1969, c. 302, § 3,
eff. Jan. 1, 1970.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 58-81
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 58-81 cover?
Section 58-81 ("Proceedings in case of lost will") 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 § 58-81?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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