Oklahoma § 58-331.1 - Identification of creditors
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 58-331.1 — Identification of creditors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58-331.1. Identification of creditors
A. As used in this act, "known creditors", and related or
similar references shall mean those creditors of the decedent
actually known to the personal representative or reasonably
ascertainable by the personal representative as of the date notice
to creditors is filed. "Reasonably ascertainable creditors" shall
be those whose identities, last-known addresses and claims can be
determined by reasonably diligent efforts of the personal
representative. If reasonable under the circumstances, such efforts
shall include the personal representative's conducting a search
after the decedent's death and prior to the filing of the notice to
creditors, of the personal effects of the decedent.
B. The filing of the affidavit provided for in Section 332 of
Title 58 of the Oklahoma Statutes shall constitute an affirmation by
the personal representative that reasonably diligent efforts have
been made by the personal representative to determine the
identities, last-known addresses and claims of the decedent's
creditors in accordance with this section.
C. As used in this act, "probate", and related or similar
references, include both probate and administration proceedings.
Added by Laws 1988, c. 228, § 5, emerg. eff. June 22, 1988.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 58-331.1
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 58-331.1 cover?
Section 58-331.1 ("Identification of creditors") 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 § 58-331.1?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 58-331.1 apply to my situation?
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