Oklahoma § 52-57 - Oil carriers not to be interested in producing
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 52-57 — Oil carriers not to be interested in producing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52-57. Oil carriers not to be interested in producing
It shall be unlawful for any corporation, joint-stock company,
partnership or person, engaged in the business of carrying or
transporting crude oil or petroleum, or any of the products thereof,
for hire or otherwise, within the limits of this article, and not
becoming a common purchaser as defined by, and accepting the
provisions of this article, to own or operate, directly or
indirectly, any oil well, oil leases or oil holdings or interests in
this state, and each of said corporations, joint stock companies,
partnerships or persons, shall divest themselves of all legal or
equitable ownership, interest or control, directly or indirectly, in
oil wells, oil leases or oil holdings or interests in this state.
R.L. 1910, § 4310.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 52-57
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 52-57 cover?
Section 52-57 ("Oil carriers not to be interested in producing") 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 § 52-57?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 52-57 apply to my situation?
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