Oklahoma § 17-153 - Implied and incidental powers of Commission - Contempt
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 17-153 — Implied and incidental powers of Commission - Contempt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-153. Implied and incidental powers of Commission - Contempt
In addition to the powers enumerated, specified, mentioned or
indicated in this act, the Commission shall have all additional
implied and incidental powers which may be proper and necessary to
carry out, perform and execute all powers herein enumerated,
specified, mentioned, or indicated, and to punish as for contempt
such corporation, association, company or individual, their
trustees, lessees, receivers, successors and assigns, for the
disobedience of its orders in the manner provided for punishment of
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 17. Corporation Commission
transportation and transmission companies, by the Constitution and
laws of this state.
Laws 1913, c. 93, p. 151, § 3, emerg. eff. March 25, 1913.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 17-153
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 17-153 cover?
Section 17-153 ("Implied and incidental powers of Commission - Contempt") 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 § 17-153?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 17-153 apply to my situation?
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