Oklahoma § 60-77 - Reformation of offending instruments
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 60-77 — Reformation of offending instruments, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60-77. Reformation of offending instruments
If an instrument violates the rule against perpetuities, but can
be reformed or construed in accordance with the provisions of this
act, is shall not be declared totally invalid. Rather, the
provisions thereof that do not offend the rule shall be enforced,
and only the provisions thereof that do violate, or might violate,
the rule shall be subject to reformation or construction under the
doctrine of cy pres within the terms of this act.
Added by Laws 1971, c. 139, § 3, eff. Oct. 1, 1971.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 60-77
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 60-77 cover?
Section 60-77 ("Reformation of offending instruments") 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 § 60-77?
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