Oklahoma § 22-324 - Oath to foreman
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-324 — Oath to foreman, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-324. Oath to foreman
The following oath must be administered to the foreman of the
grand jury:
You, as foreman of this grand jury, shall diligently inquire
into, and true presentment make, of all public offenses against this
state, committed or triable within this county (or subdivisions), of
which you shall have or can obtain legal evidence. You will keep
your own counsel, and that of your fellows, and of the state, and
will not, except when required in the due course of judicial
proceedings, disclose the testimony of any witness examined before
you, nor anything which you or any other grand juror may have said,
nor the manner in which you or any other grand juror may have voted
on any matter before you. You shall present no person through
malice, hatred, or ill will, nor leave any unpresented through fear,
favor or affection, or for any reward, or the promise or hope
thereof; but in all your presentments, or indictments, you shall
present the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth,
according to the best of your skill and understanding. So help you
God.
R.L.1910, § 5709.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-324
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-324 cover?
Section 22-324 ("Oath to foreman") 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 § 22-324?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 22-324 apply to my situation?
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