Oklahoma § 22-1229 - Execution of search warrant - Liberating person detained
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-1229 — Execution of search warrant - Liberating person detained, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-1229. Execution of search warrant - Liberating person detained
He may break open any outer or inner door or window of a house
for the purpose of liberating a person who, having entered to aid
him in the execution of the warrant, is detained therein, or when
necessary for his own liberation.
R.L.1910, § 6067.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-1229
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-1229 cover?
Section 22-1229 ("Execution of search warrant - Liberating person detained") 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 § 22-1229?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 22-1229 apply to my situation?
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