Oklahoma § 19-87 - Jurisdiction of contests in Supreme Court
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 19-87 — Jurisdiction of contests in Supreme Court, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-87. Jurisdiction of contests in Supreme Court
Exclusive, original jurisdiction is hereby conferred upon the
Supreme Court over all controversies that may arise under the
provisions of this article, and any city, town or place being a
candidate for the location of any county seat in any such election,
shall have a right to a hearing before the Supreme Court upon
application filed and presented within thirty (30) days after any
such election shall be held.
R.L. 1910, § 1533.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 19-87
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 19-87 cover?
Section 19-87 ("Jurisdiction of contests in Supreme Court") 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 § 19-87?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 19-87" (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?
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How does Oklahoma § 19-87 apply to my situation?
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