Oklahoma § 22-857 - Jury after the charge
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 22-857 — Jury after the charge, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-857. Jury after the charge
After hearing the charge, the jury may either decide in court,
or may retire for deliberation. If they do not agree without
retiring, one or more officers must be sworn to keep them together
in some private and convenient place, and not to permit any person
to speak to or communicate with them, nor do so themselves, unless
it be by order of the court, or to ask them whether they have agreed
upon a verdict, and to return them into court when they have so
agreed, or when ordered by the court.
R.L. 1910, § 5906. Amended by Laws 1997, c. 133, § 17, eff. July 1,
1999; Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 13, emerg. eff. June 19,
1998; Laws 1999, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 5, § 8, eff. July 1, 1999.
NOTE: Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 23 amended the effective
date of Laws 1997, c. 133, § 17 from July 1, 1998, to July 1, 1999.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 22-857
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 22-857 cover?
Section 22-857 ("Jury after the charge") 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 § 22-857?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 22-857" (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 § 22-857 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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