Oklahoma § 22-721 - Definitions

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-721 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 22-721. Definitions

"Witness" as used in this act shall include a person whose

testimony is desired in any proceeding or investigation by a grand

jury or in a criminal action, prosecution or proceeding.

The word "state" shall include any territory of the United

States and the District of Columbia.

The word "summons" shall include a subpoena, order or other

notice requiring the appearance of a witness.

Laws 1949, p. 205, § 1.

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