Oklahoma § 67-209 - Prohibition on mutilation, destruction, etc. of records

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 67-209 — Prohibition on mutilation, destruction, etc. of records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 67-209. Prohibition on mutilation, destruction, etc. of records

All records made or received by or under the authority of or

coming into the custody, control or possession of public officials

of this state in the course of their public duties shall not be

mutilated, destroyed, transferred, removed, altered or otherwise

damaged or disposed of, in whole or in part, except as provided by

law.

Added by Laws 1961, p. 499, § 9, eff. Jan. 2, 1962.

Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 67-209

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 67-209 cover?

Section 67-209 ("Prohibition on mutilation, destruction, etc. of records") 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 § 67-209?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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How does Oklahoma § 67-209 apply to my situation?

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