Oklahoma § 63-2200.31 - Civil actions against covered entities

§ 63-2200.31. Civil actions against covered entities

A. Whenever it appears that a covered entity has violated or is

in violation of any of the provisions of this act, the affected

individual may commence a civil action for injunctive and other

equitable relief against the covered entity for purposes of

enforcing compliance with this act. The action may be brought in

the district court for the county where the affected individual

resides or resided or was denied the organ transplant or referral.

B. In an action brought under this act, the court shall give

priority on its docket and expedited review, and may grant

injunctive or other equitable relief including:

1. Requiring auxiliary aids or services to be made available

for a qualified recipient;

2. Requiring the modification of a policy, practice or

procedure of a covered entity; or

3. Requiring facilities be made readily accessible to and

usable by a qualified recipient.

C. Nothing in this act is intended to limit or replace

available remedies under the Americans with Disabilities Act or any

other applicable law.

D. This act does not create a right to compensatory or punitive

damages against a covered entity.

Added by Laws 2021, c. 87, § 4, eff. Nov. 1, 2021.