Oklahoma § 22-274 - Subsequent security may be demanded - Arrest of witness
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-274 — Subsequent security may be demanded - Arrest of witness, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-274. Subsequent security may be demanded - Arrest of witness
When, however, any material witness on the part of the people
has been discharged on his undertaking, without surety, if
afterwards, on the sworn application of the district attorney or
other person on behalf of the state, made to the magistrate or to
any judge, it satisfactorily appears that the presence of such
witness or any other person on the part of the people is material or
necessary on the trial in court, such magistrate or judge may compel
such witness, or any other material witness on the part of the
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure
state, to give an undertaking with sureties, to appear on the said
trial and give his testimony therein; and, for that purpose, the
said magistrate or judge may issue a warrant against such person,
under his hand, with or without seal, directed to a sheriff, marshal
or other officer, to arrest such person and bring him before such
magistrate or judge.
R.L.1910, § 5690.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-274
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-274 cover?
Section 22-274 ("Subsequent security may be demanded - Arrest of witness") 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 § 22-274?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 22-274 apply to my situation?
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