Oklahoma § 19-339.8 - Debt collection services
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 19-339.8 — Debt collection services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-339.8. Debt collection services
A. The board of county commissioners may enter into a contract
with a collection agency for the provision of collection services
for debts and accounts receivable including, but not limited to,
unpaid fees, penalties, interest, and other sums due the county, as
applicable.
B. The board of county commissioners that enters into a
contract with a collection agency pursuant to this section may
authorize the addition of a collection fee in an amount not to
exceed thirty-five percent (35%) on each item described in
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 19. Counties and County Officers
subsection A of this section that has been referred by the county to
the collection agency for collection.
Added by Laws 2012, c. 232, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2012.
NOTE: Editorially renumbered from Title 19, § 339.7 to avoid
duplication in numbering.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 19-339.8
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 19-339.8 cover?
Section 19-339.8 ("Debt collection services") 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 § 19-339.8?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 19-339.8" (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 § 19-339.8 apply to my situation?
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