Oklahoma § 58-251 - Powers and duties of executors and administrators
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 58-251 — Powers and duties of executors and administrators, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58-251. Powers and duties of executors and administrators
The executor or administrator must take into his possession all
the estate of the decedent, real and personal, except the homestead
and personal property not assets, and collect all debts due to the
decedent or to the estate. For the purpose of bringing suits to
quiet title or for partition of such estate, the possession of the
executors or administrators, is the possession of the heirs or
devisees; such possession by the heirs or devisees is subject,
however, to the possession of the executor or administrator, for the
purpose of administration, as provided in this chapter.
R.L.1910, § 6301.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 58-251
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 58-251 cover?
Section 58-251 ("Powers and duties of executors and administrators") 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 § 58-251?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 58-251 apply to my situation?
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