Oklahoma § 15-508 - Ejection of guests
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 15-508 — Ejection of guests, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-508. Ejection of guests
A. An innkeeper may eject a person from the lodging
establishment premises for any of the following:
1. Nonpayment of the lodging establishment charges for
accommodations or services;
2. The individual is disorderly or visibly intoxicated, so as
to create a public nuisance;
3. The innkeeper reasonably believes that the individual is
using the premises for unlawful purposes including, but not limited
to, the unlawful use or possession of controlled substances or for
the consumption of alcohol by any person under the age of twenty-one
(21) years in violation of any statute, ordinance or regulation;
4. Violations of any federal, state or local laws or
regulations relating to the lodging establishment; or
5. Violations of any rule of the lodging establishment which is
posted in a conspicuous place and manner in the lodging
establishment, however, no such rule may authorize the innkeeper to
eject or to refuse or deny service or accommodations to a person
because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability or
marital status.
B. After an innkeeper informs a person that he or she is being
ejected for a reason stated in subsection A of this section the
person is now considered a trespasser and not a guest of the lodging
establishment. If the person fails to vacate the lodging
establishment after being told of his or her ejection by the
innkeeper, the person shall be removed from the lodging
establishment by law enforcement for trespassing pursuant to Section
1835 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
Added by Laws 1994, c. 79, § 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1994. Amended by Laws
2023, c. 159, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 15-508
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 15-508 cover?
Section 15-508 ("Ejection of guests") 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 § 15-508?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 15-508" (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 § 15-508 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma.