Oklahoma § 21-1437 - Possession of burglar's implements
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1437 — Possession of burglar's implements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-1437. Possession of burglar's implements
Every person who, under circumstances not amounting to a felony
has in his possession any dangerous offensive weapon or instrument
whatever, or any pick-lock, crow, key, bit, jack, jimmy, nippers,
pick, betty or other implement of burglary, with intent to break and
enter any building or part of any building, booth, tent, railroad
car, vessel or other structure or erection and to commit any felony
therein, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
R.L.1910, § 2617.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-1437
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1437 cover?
Section 21-1437 ("Possession of burglar's implements") 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 § 21-1437?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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