Oklahoma § 22-493 - Indictment or information set aside, when
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-493 — Indictment or information set aside, when, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-493. Indictment or information set aside, when
The indictment or information must be set aside by the court, in
which the defendant is arraigned, and upon his motion in any of the
following cases:
1. When it is not found, endorsed, presented or filed, as
prescribed by the statutes or when the grand jury is not drawn and
impaneled as provided by law, and that fact is known to the
defendant at or before the time the jury is sworn to try the cause:
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure
Provided, that the defendant shall be conclusively presumed to know
matters of record.
2. When the names of the witnesses examined before the grand
jury are not made to appear on some part of the indictment, as
provided in this chapter.
3. When a person is permitted to be present during the session
of a grand jury while the vote on the finding of the indictment is
being taken, or when it is shown that after the grand jury was first
impaneled any member or members thereof, were discharged and their
places filled by persons not regularly drawn from the jury list, as
provided by law, and that they were admitted into the grand jury or
took part in their deliberations, or that the grand jury was not
impaneled anew as a whole body in open court.
R.L.1910, § 5780.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-493
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-493 cover?
Section 22-493 ("Indictment or information set aside, when") 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 § 22-493?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 22-493" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 22-493 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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