Oklahoma § 56-26.8 - Victims of disasters

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 56-26.8 — Victims of disasters, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 56-26.8. Victims of disasters

Emergency assistance may be extended to victims of disasters as

a result of fire, flood, tornado and other acts of God, but such

assistance shall be for a period of not to exceed ninety (90) days,

unless the applicant meets all requirements for general relief

assistance.

Added by Laws 1951, p. 152, § 8, emerg. eff. April 5, 1951.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 56-26.8

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 56-26.8 cover?

Section 56-26.8 ("Victims of disasters") 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 § 56-26.8?

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