Oklahoma § 44-896 - Release of prisoner without authority - Drinking with
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 44-896 — Release of prisoner without authority - Drinking with, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-896. Release of prisoner without authority - Drinking with
prisoner.
ARTICLE 96. Release of prisoner without authority; drinking
with prisoner.
A. Release of prisoner without authority. Any person subject
to the Oklahoma Uniform Code of Military Justice:
1. Who, without authority to do so, releases a prisoner; or
2. Who, through neglect or design, allows a prisoner to escape,
shall be punished as a court-martial may direct, whether or not the
prisoner was committed in strict compliance with the law.
B. Drinking with prisoner. Any person subject to the Code who
unlawfully drinks any alcoholic beverage with a prisoner shall be
punished as a court-martial may direct.
Added by Laws 2019, c. 408, § 118, eff. Oct. 1, 2019.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 44-896
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 44-896 cover?
Section 44-896 ("Release of prisoner without authority - Drinking with") 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 § 44-896?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 44-896" (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 § 44-896 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma.