Oklahoma § 84-143 - Gift to witness void - Exception
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 84-143 — Gift to witness void - Exception, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 84-143. Gift to witness void - Exception
All beneficial devises, legacies or gifts whatever, made or
given in any will to a subscribing witness thereto, are void unless
there are two other competent subscribing witnesses to the same; but
a mere charge on the estate of the testator for the payment of debts
does not prevent his creditors from being competent witnesses to the
will.
R.L.1910, § 8377.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 84-143
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 84-143 cover?
Section 84-143 ("Gift to witness void - Exception") 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 § 84-143?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 84-143 apply to my situation?
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