Oklahoma § 36-2042 - Stay of other proceedings - Judgments may be set aside

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 36-2042 — Stay of other proceedings - Judgments may be set aside, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 36-2042. Stay of other proceedings - Judgments may be set aside

All proceedings in which the insolvent insurer is a party in any

court in this state shall be stayed one hundred eighty (180) days

from the date an order of liquidation, rehabilitation or

conservation is final to permit proper legal action by the Oklahoma

Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association on any matters

germane to its powers or duties. As to judgment under any decision,

order, verdict or finding based on default, the Association may

apply to have the judgment set aside by the same court that made the

judgment and shall be permitted to defend against the suit on the

merits.

Added by Laws 1981, c. 133, § 22. Amended by Laws 2010, c. 145, §

6, eff. Nov. 1, 2010.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 36-2042

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 36-2042 cover?

Section 36-2042 ("Stay of other proceedings - Judgments may be set aside") 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 § 36-2042?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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