Oklahoma § 10-137 - Guardian refusing to maintain child or send him to school
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 10-137 — Guardian refusing to maintain child or send him to school, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-137. Guardian refusing to maintain child or send him to school
- Delivery of child to court - Charge for board and clothing.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 10. Children
The guardian of any child who has an income or estate belonging
to such child sufficient to educate and maintain such child and who
refuses to maintain such child, or refuses to send him to school as
provided by law, shall be compelled under the provisions of this
Act, to deliver said child to the juvenile court; provided, that no
charge of more than Fifteen Dollars ($15.00) per month shall be made
for board and other additional expenses necessary to clothe such
child, and that the county judge or judge of the juvenile court or
children's court may, by proper order, use any part of the estate of
such child, or the income therefrom, for said purposes.
Laws 1919, c. 297, p. 434, § 7; Laws 1925, c. 161, p. 257, § 1; Laws
1967, c. 367, § 4, emerg. eff. May 22, 1967.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 10-137
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 10-137 cover?
Section 10-137 ("Guardian refusing to maintain child or send him to school") 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 § 10-137?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 10-137" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 10-137 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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