Oklahoma § 21-916 - Definition of disturbance

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-916 — Definition of disturbance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-916. Definition of disturbance

The following are the acts deemed to constitute disturbance of a

religious meeting:

1. Uttering any profane discourse, committing any rude or

indecent act, or making any unnecessary noise, either within the

place where such meeting is held, or so near it as to disturb the

order and solemnity of the meeting.

2. Exhibiting, within one (1) mile, any shows or plays without

a license by the proper authority.

3. Engaging in, or aiding or promoting within the like

distance, any racing of animals or gaming of any description.

4. Obstructing in any manner, without authority of law, within

the like distance, the free passage along any highway to the place

of such meeting.

R.L.1910, § 2413.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-916

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-916 cover?

Section 21-916 ("Definition of disturbance") 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.

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