Oklahoma § 19-449 - Incapacity as creating vacancy
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 19-449 — Incapacity as creating vacancy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-449. Incapacity as creating vacancy
In addition to the provisions of law now in force, in all
counties of the State of Oklahoma, where any member of the board of
county commissioners shall become incapacitated physically or
mentally and thereby be unable by reason of such disability to
perform the duties of his office for the remainder of the term to
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 19. Counties and County Officers
which such officer was elected, a vacancy in said office is hereby
declared to exist and such vacancy shall be filled by election in
the manner provided by law for the filling of such vacancies;
provided, however, that where such vacancy occurs after the election
and prior to the beginning of the term of the county commissionerelect, such county commissioner so elected shall be entitled to
qualify and enter upon the discharge of his duties.
Added by Laws 1935, p. 176, § 1. Amended by Laws 1974, c. 153, §
17-108, operative Jan. 1, 1975.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 19-449
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 19-449 cover?
Section 19-449 ("Incapacity as creating vacancy") 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 § 19-449?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 19-449 apply to my situation?
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