Oklahoma § 56-231 - Applicant for assistance to request filing of criminal
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 56-231 — Applicant for assistance to request filing of criminal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-231. Applicant for assistance to request filing of criminal
charges.
Any person who shall make application for aid for dependent
children with the Department of Public Welfare, or any of its county
offices or other subagencies, must, in order to be eligible for
further assistance payments, where the person or persons legally
responsible for such support is willfully and without lawful excuse
failing to furnish necessary food, clothing, shelter or medical
attendance for such child or children, within three (3) months from
the day of application request the district attorney of the county
where such applicant resides to file criminal charges against the
person or persons legally responsible for the support of such child
or children, and cooperate fully in prosecuting such charges to
completion when filed by the district attorney.
Added by Laws 1951, p. 14, § 1.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 56-231
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 56-231 cover?
Section 56-231 ("Applicant for assistance to request filing of criminal") 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 § 56-231?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 56-231" (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 § 56-231 apply to my situation?
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