Oklahoma § 12-1188 - Bond by defendant
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1188 — Bond by defendant, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1188. Bond by defendant
The defendant may, at any time after the garnishment affidavit
is filed, and before judgment, file with the clerk of the court an
undertaking, executed by at least two sureties, resident freeholders
of the state, to the effect that they will, on demand, pay to the
plaintiff the amount of the judgment that may be recovered against
such defendant in the action, with all costs not exceeding a sum
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 12. Civil Procedure
specified, which sum shall not be less than double the amount
demanded by the complaint on file, or in such less sum as the court
shall, upon application, direct. The sureties shall justify their
responsibility by affidavit annexed stating a sum which each is
worth, in property within this state, over and above all his debts
and liabilities and property exempt from execution, the aggregate of
which sums shall be double the amount specified in the undertaking.
The defendant shall serve a copy of such undertaking, with a notice
where and when the same was filed, on the plaintiff. Within three
(3) days after the receipt thereof the plaintiff shall give notice
to the defendant that he excepts to the sufficiency of the sureties,
or he shall be deemed to have waived all objections to them.
R.L. 1910, § 4838.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 12-1188
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1188 cover?
Section 12-1188 ("Bond by defendant") 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 § 12-1188?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1188" (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 § 12-1188 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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