Oklahoma § 19-528 - Authority to employ attorney
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 19-528 — Authority to employ attorney, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-528. Authority to employ attorney
Upon the recommendation of the Attorney General, the sheriff of
any county shall have the authority to employ an attorney to
represent the sheriff and the office of the sheriff in the
performance of the official duties of that office. The authority to
employ an attorney shall be limited to those situations or cases
where the district attorney of the same county as the sheriff has
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 19. Counties and County Officers
been disqualified or removed from the case. The fees for employing
an attorney may be paid from unrestricted funds within the budget of
the sheriff or the sheriff may request that the budget authority of
the county appropriate funds from the county general fund, if such
funds are available, for the purpose of paying such fees.
Added by Laws 1998, c. 58, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 1998.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 19-528
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 19-528 cover?
Section 19-528 ("Authority to employ attorney") 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 § 19-528?
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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 § 19-528 apply to my situation?
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