Oklahoma § 12-1801 - Purpose of act - Short title
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§ 12-1801. Purpose of act - Short title
The Legislature is aware of the fact that many disputes arise
between citizens of this state which are of small social or economic
magnitude and can be both costly and time consuming if resolved
through a formal judicial proceeding. Many times such disputes can
be resolved in a fair and equitable manner through less formal
proceedings. Such proceedings can also help alleviate the backlog
of cases which burden the judicial system in this state. It is
therefore the purpose of this act to provide to all citizens of this
state convenient access to dispute resolution proceedings which are
fair, effective, inexpensive, and expeditious.
Sections 1 through 6 of this act shall be known and may be cited
as the "Dispute Resolution Act".
Added by Laws 1983, c. 78, § 1, operative July 1, 1983.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 12. Civil Procedure
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 12-1801
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 12-1801 cover?
Section 12-1801 ("Purpose of act - Short title") 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.
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