Oklahoma § 20-45 - Costs in cases less than felonies
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 20-45 — Costs in cases less than felonies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-45. Costs in cases less than felonies
In every State case of a less grade than a felony in which an
appeal is taken to the Criminal Court of Appeals, and the judgment
of the court below is affirmed against the defendant, all fees due
the clerk of said court in said case shall be adjudged against the
defendant and his sureties on his recognizance, for which execution
shall issue as in other cases of appeal to the Criminal Court of
Appeals. Should such case be reversed by the Criminal Court of
Appeals and a new trial be had in the court below and the defendant
convicted, then the costs aforesaid in favor of the Clerk of the
Criminal Court of Appeals shall be taxed by the court below against
the defendant, and a certified copy of said bill of costs by the
Clerk of the Criminal Court of Appeals, filed in the court below,
shall be sufficient to require said costs to be taxed and collected
as other costs against the defendant in the court below.
R.L. 1910, § 1774.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 20. Courts
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 20-45
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 20-45 cover?
Section 20-45 ("Costs in cases less than felonies") 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 § 20-45?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 20-45" (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 § 20-45 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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