Oklahoma § 21-381 - Bribing officers
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-381 — Bribing officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-381. Bribing officers
Whoever corruptly gives, offers, or promises to any executive,
legislative, county, municipal, judicial, or other public officer,
or any employee of the State of Oklahoma or any political
subdivision thereof, including peace officers and any other law
enforcement officer, or any person assuming to act as such officer,
after his election or appointment, either before or after he has
qualified or has taken his seat, any gift or gratuity whatever, with
intent to influence his act, vote, opinion, decision, or judgment on
any matter, question, cause, or proceeding which then may be
pending, or may by law come or be brought before him in his official
capacity, or as a consideration for any speech, work, or service in
connection therewith, shall be guilty of a Class D1 felony offense
punishable by imprisonment as provided for in subsections B through
F of Section 20N of this title, or by a fine not exceeding Three
Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00) and imprisonment in jail not exceeding
one (1) year.
R.L. 1910, § 2183. Amended by Laws 1967, c. 1, § 1, emerg. eff.
Feb. 1, 1967; Laws 1976, c. 41, § 1, emerg. eff. April 5, 1976; Laws
1997, c. 133, § 180, eff. July 1, 1999; Laws 1999, 1st Ex.Sess., c.
5, § 97, eff. July 1, 1999; Laws 2025, c. 486, § 368, eff. Jan. 1,
2026.
NOTE: Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 23 amended the effective
date of Laws 1997, c. 133, § 180 from July 1, 1998, to July 1, 1999.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-381
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-381 cover?
Section 21-381 ("Bribing officers") 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 § 21-381?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 21-381" (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?
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 § 21-381 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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