Oklahoma § 57-14 - Removal of prisoners in case of fire
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 57-14 — Removal of prisoners in case of fire, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 57-14. Removal of prisoners in case of fire
If any prison, or any building thereof, shall be on fire, and
the prisoners shall be exposed to danger by such fire, the keeper
may remove such prisoners to a place of safety, and there confine
them, so long as may be necessary to avoid such danger, and such
removal and confinement shall not be deemed an escape of such
prisoners.
R.L. 1910, § 4617.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 57-14
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 57-14 cover?
Section 57-14 ("Removal of prisoners in case of fire") 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 § 57-14?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 57-14 apply to my situation?
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