Oklahoma § 45-779 - Notices and orders - Requirements

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 45-779 — Notices and orders - Requirements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45-779. Notices and orders - Requirements

Notices and orders issued pursuant to Sections 42 through 45 of

this act shall set forth with reasonable specificity the nature of

the violation and the remedial action required, the period of time

established for abatement, and a reasonable description of the

portion of the surface coal mining and reclamation operation to

which the notice or order applies. Each notice or order issued

under this section shall be given promptly to the permittee or his

agent by the Department and all such notices and orders shall be in

writing and shall be signed. Any notice or order issued pursuant to

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 45. Mines and Mining

this section may be modified, vacated or terminated by the

Department. Any notice or order which requires cessation of mining

by the operator shall expire within thirty (30) days of actual

notice to the operator unless a public hearing is held at the site

or within such reasonable proximity to the site that any viewings of

the site can be conducted during the course of public hearing.

Laws 1979, c. 249, § 46, emerg. eff. June 1, 1979.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 45-779

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 45-779 cover?

Section 45-779 ("Notices and orders - Requirements") 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 § 45-779?

A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 45-779" (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 § 45-779 apply to my situation?

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