Oklahoma § 10-40.6 - Placement preference
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 10-40.6 — Placement preference, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-40.6. Placement preference
The placement preferences specified in 25 U.S.C. Section 1915,
shall apply to all preadjudicatory placements, as well as
preadoptive, adoptive and foster care placements. In all placements
of an Indian child by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services
(DHS), or by any person or other placement agency, DHS, the person
or placement agency shall utilize to the maximum extent possible the
services of the Indian tribe of the child in securing placement
consistent with the provisions of the Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare
Act. This requirement shall include cases where a consenting parent
evidences a desire for anonymity in the consent document executed
pursuant to Section 60.5 of this title. If a request for anonymity
is included in a parental consent document, the court shall give
weight to such desire in applying the preferences only after notice
is given to the child's tribe and the tribe is afforded twenty (20)
days to intervene and request a hearing on available tribal
placement resources which may protect parental confidentiality,
provided that notice of such hearing shall be given to the
consenting parent.
Added by Laws 1982, c. 107, § 7, emerg. eff. April 6, 1982. Amended
by Laws 1994, c. 30, § 4, eff. Sept 1, 1994.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 10-40.6
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 10-40.6 cover?
Section 10-40.6 ("Placement preference") 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 § 10-40.6?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 10-40.6" (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 § 10-40.6 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma.