Oklahoma § 5-5 - Proof of authority - Stay of proceedings
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 5-5 — Proof of authority - Stay of proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-5. Proof of authority - Stay of proceedings
The court, on motion of either party and on the showing of
reasonable grounds therefor, may require the attorney for the
adverse party or for any one of the several adverse parties to
produce or prove by oath, or otherwise, the authority under which
the attorney appears and, until the attorney does so, may stay
proceedings by the attorney on behalf of the parties for whom the
attorney assumes to appear.
R.L. 1910, § 246. Amended by Laws 1965, c. 483, § 1, emerg. eff.
July 14, 1965; Laws 2006, c. 30, § 1, emerg. eff. April 11, 2006.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 5-5
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 5-5 cover?
Section 5-5 ("Proof of authority - Stay of proceedings") 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 § 5-5?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 5-5" (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 § 5-5 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.
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