Oklahoma § 42-171 - Assignment of liens
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 42-171 — Assignment of liens, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42-171. Assignment of liens
All claims for liens and rights of action to recover therefor
hereunder shall be assignable so as to vest in the assignee all
rights and remedies herein given, subject to all defenses thereto
that might be made if such assignment had not been made. Where a
statement has been filed and recorded as provided in Section 142 of
this title, such assignment may be made by an entry, on the same
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 42. Liens
page of the mechanics' lien journal containing the record of the
lien, signed by the claimant or his lawful representative, and
attested by the county clerk; or such assignment may be made by a
separate instrument in writing.
R.L. 1910, § 3872; Laws 1977, c. 207, § 12, eff. Oct. 1, 1977.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 42-171
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 42-171 cover?
Section 42-171 ("Assignment of liens") 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 § 42-171?
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