Oklahoma § 4-155 - Damages by animals breaking fences - Seizure

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 4-155 — Damages by animals breaking fences - Seizure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4-155. Damages by animals breaking fences - Seizure

In districts where fences are required, as in this article

provided, the owner of stock shall be liable for all damages done by

animals breaking through or over lawful fences and trespassing upon

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 4. Animals

the enclosed lands of another, and the animals so breaking through

or over such fence may be seized as trespassing animals and

proceeded with as provided in this article.

R.L. 1910, § 173.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 4-155

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 4-155 cover?

Section 4-155 ("Damages by animals breaking fences - Seizure") 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 § 4-155?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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