Oklahoma § 42-172 - Enforcement by civil actions - Limitations - Practice,
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 42-172 — Enforcement by civil actions - Limitations - Practice,, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42-172. Enforcement by civil actions - Limitations - Practice,
pleading and proceeding - Amendment of lien statement.
Any lien provided for by this chapter may be enforced by civil
action in the district court of the county in which the land is
situated, and such action shall be brought within one (1) year from
the time of the filing of said lien with the county clerk. The
practice, pleading and proceedings in such action shall conform to
the rules prescribed by the code of civil procedure as far as the
same may be applicable; and in case of action brought, any lien
statement may be amended by leave of court in furtherance of justice
as pleadings may be in any matter, except as to the amount claimed.
R.L. 1910, § 3873; Laws 1935, p. 226, § 1; Laws 1977, c. 207, § 13,
eff. Oct. 1, 1977.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 42-172
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 42-172 cover?
Section 42-172 ("Enforcement by civil actions - Limitations - Practice,") 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 § 42-172?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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