Oklahoma § 22-452 - Defendant's presence required for felonies

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-452 — Defendant's presence required for felonies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 22-452. Defendant's presence required for felonies

If the indictment or information is for a felony the defendant

must be present, either in person or by videoconference, but if for

a misdemeanor only, the personal appearance is unnecessary, and the

defendant may appear upon the arraignment by counsel.

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure

R.L.1910, § 5761.

2024.

Amended by Laws 2024, c. 43, § 3, eff. Nov. 1,

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

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What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-452 cover?

Section 22-452 ("Defendant's presence required for felonies") 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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