Oklahoma § 21-1582 - False evidences of debt

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1582 — False evidences of debt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-1582. False evidences of debt

Any officer or agent of any corporation, municipal or otherwise,

of any joint stock association formed or existing under or by virtue

of the laws of this state, or of any other state, government or

country, who, within this state, willfully signs or procures to be

signed with intent to issue, sell or pledge, or cause to be issued,

sold or pledged, or who willfully issues, sells or pledges, or

causes to be issued, sold or pledged, any false or fraudulent bond

or other evidence of debt against such corporation or association of

any instrument purporting to be a bond or other evidence of debt

against such corporation or association, the signing, issuing,

selling or pledging of which has not been duly authorized by the

board of directors or common council or other managing body of

officers of such corporation having authority to issue the same, is

guilty of forgery in the second degree, a Class D1 felony offense.

R.L.1910, § 2634. Amended by Laws 2025, c. 486, § 436, eff. Jan. 1,

2026.

Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-1582

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1582 cover?

Section 21-1582 ("False evidences of debt") 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 § 21-1582?

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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 § 21-1582 apply to my situation?

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