Oklahoma § 12-1052 - Actions which abate on death of party
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1052 — Actions which abate on death of party, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1052. Actions which abate on death of party
No action pending in any court shall abate by the death of
either or both the parties thereto, except an action for libel,
slander or malicious prosecution, which shall abate by the death of
the defendant. An action for libel, slander or malicious
prosecution shall not abate after a jury verdict or a decision by
the court where the trial is by the court, unless a new trial is
ordered.
R.L. 1910, § 5280. Amended by Laws 1965, c. 299, § 1.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 12-1052
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1052 cover?
Section 12-1052 ("Actions which abate on death of party") 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 § 12-1052?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 12-1052 apply to my situation?
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