Oklahoma § 12-773 - Payment to defendant of overplus after sale
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 12-773 — Payment to defendant of overplus after sale, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-773. Payment to defendant of overplus after sale
If, on any sale made as aforesaid, there shall be in the hands
of the sheriff or other officer more money than is sufficient to
satisfy the writ or writs of execution, with interest and costs, the
sheriff or other officer shall, on demand, pay the balance to the
defendant in execution.
R.L. 1910, § 5175.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 12-773
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 12-773 cover?
Section 12-773 ("Payment to defendant of overplus after sale") 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 § 12-773?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 12-773 apply to my situation?
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