Oklahoma § 63-2601 - Definitions
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 63-2601 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63-2601. Definitions
For the purposes of this act, the following words and phrases
mean:
(a) "Minor" means any person under the age of eighteen (18)
years of age, except such person who is on active duty with or has
served in any branch of the Armed Services of the United States
shall be considered an adult.
(b) "Health professional" means for the purposes of this act
any licensed physician, psychologist, dentist, osteopathic
physician, podiatrist, chiropractor, registered or licensed
practical nurse or physician's assistant.
(c) "Health services" means services delivered by any health
professional including examination, preventive and curative
treatment, surgical, hospitalization, and psychological services,
except abortion or sterilization. Should the health services
include counseling concerning abortion, all alternatives will be
fully presented to the minor. Services in this act shall not
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include research or experimentation with minors except where used in
an attempt to preserve the life of that minor, or research as
approved by an appropriate review board involved in the management
of reportable diseases.
Amended by Laws 1985, c. 299, § 8, eff. Nov. 1, 1985.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 63-2601
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 63-2601 cover?
Section 63-2601 ("Definitions") 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 § 63-2601?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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