Oklahoma § 21-1459 - Property taken under claim of title
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1459 — Property taken under claim of title, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-1459. Property taken under claim of title
Upon any prosecution for embezzlement it is a sufficient defense
that the property was appropriated openly and avowedly, and under a
claim of title preferred in good faith even though such claim is
untenable. But this provision shall not excuse the retention of the
property of another, to offset or pay demand held against him.
R.L.1910, § 2678.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-1459
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1459 cover?
Section 21-1459 ("Property taken under claim of title") 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 § 21-1459?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 21-1459 apply to my situation?
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