Oklahoma § 15-165 - Promisor's belief as to promisee's understanding governs
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 15-165 — Promisor's belief as to promisee's understanding governs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-165. Promisor's belief as to promisee's understanding governs
in case of ambiguity.
If the terms of a promise are in any respect ambiguous or
uncertain, it must be interpreted in the sense in which the promisor
believed, at the time of making it, that the promisee understood it.
R.L.1910, § 959.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 15-165
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 15-165 cover?
Section 15-165 ("Promisor's belief as to promisee's understanding governs") 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 § 15-165?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 15-165" (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?
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How does Oklahoma § 15-165 apply to my situation?
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