Oklahoma § 20-1602 - Power to answer
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 20-1602 — Power to answer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-1602. Power to answer
Power to Answer. The Supreme Court and the Court of Criminal
Appeals may answer a question of law certified to it by a court of
the United States, or by an appellate court of another state, or of
a federally recognized Indian tribal government, or of Canada, a
Canadian province or territory, Mexico, or a Mexican state, if the
answer may be determinative of an issue in pending litigation in the
certifying court and there is no controlling decision of the Supreme
Court or Court of Criminal Appeals, constitutional provision, or
statute of this state.
Added by Laws 1973, c. 22, § 2, operative July 1, 1973. Amended by
Laws 1991, c. 28, § 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1991; Laws 1997, c. 61, § 3,
eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 20-1602
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 20-1602 cover?
Section 20-1602 ("Power to answer") 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 § 20-1602?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 20-1602" (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 § 20-1602 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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