Oklahoma § 12-2007
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 12-2007, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-2007.
Pleadings allowed - Form of motions.
PLEADINGS ALLOWED; FORM OF MOTIONS
A. PLEADINGS. There shall be a petition and an answer; a reply
to a counterclaim denominated as such; an answer to a cross-claim,
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 12. Civil Procedure
if the answer contains a cross-claim denominated as such; a thirdparty petition, if a person who was not an original party is
summoned under the provisions of Section 14 of this act; and a
third-party answer, if a third-party petition is served. No other
pleading shall be allowed, except that the court may order a reply
to an answer or a third-party answer.
B. MOTIONS AND OTHER PAPERS.
1. An application to the court for an order shall be by motion
which, unless made during a hearing or trial, shall be made in
writing, shall state with particularity the grounds therefor, and
shall set forth the relief or order sought. The requirement of
writing is fulfilled if the motion is stated in a written notice of
the hearing of the motion.
2. The rules applicable to captions, signing, and other matters
of form of pleadings apply to all motions and other papers provided
for by this act.
3. All motions shall be signed in accordance with Section 11 of
this act.
C. DEMURRERS TO THE PLEADINGS, PLEAS, ETC., ABOLISHED.
Demurrers to the pleadings, pleas, and exceptions for insufficiency
of a pleading shall not be used.
Added by Laws 1984, c. 164, § 7, eff. Nov. 1, 1984.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 12-2007
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 12-2007 cover?
Section 12-2007 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 § 12-2007?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 12-2007" (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 § 12-2007 apply to my situation?
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