Oklahoma § 21-349 - Injuring or burning public buildings
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-349 — Injuring or burning public buildings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-349. Injuring or burning public buildings
Any person who willfully burns, destroys, or injures any public
buildings or improvements in this state shall be guilty of a Class
B3 felony offense, punishable by imprisonment in the State
Penitentiary not exceeding twenty-five (25) years.
R.L. 1910, § 2589. Amended by Laws 1997, c. 133, § 171, eff. July
1, 1999; Laws 1999, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 5, § 89, eff. July 1, 1999;
Laws 2025, c. 486, § 81, eff. Jan. 1, 2026.
NOTE: Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 23 amended the effective
date of Laws 1997, c. 133, § 171 from July 1, 1998, to July 1, 1999.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-349
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-349 cover?
Section 21-349 ("Injuring or burning public buildings") 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 § 21-349?
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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 § 21-349 apply to my situation?
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