Oklahoma § 74-924 - False statements - Errors

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 74-924 — False statements - Errors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 74-924. False statements - Errors

Any person who shall knowingly make any false statement, or who

shall falsify or permit to be falsified any record necessary for

carrying out the intent of this act for the purpose of committing

fraud, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall

be punished by a fine not exceeding Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00)

or by imprisonment for not exceeding one (1) year. Should any error

in any records of the Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System

result in any member or beneficiary receiving more or less than he

would have been entitled to receive had the records been correct,

the Board shall correct such error, and, as far as practicable, make

future payments in such manner that the actuarial equivalent of the

benefit to which such member or beneficiary was entitled shall be

paid, and to this end may recover any overpayments. The agency

shall charge interest on any overpayments in an amount not to exceed

the actuarially assumed interest rate adopted by the Board for

investment earnings each year. Interest charges may be waived upon

the approval of the Executive Director.

Added by Laws 1963, c. 50, § 24, emerg. eff. May 6, 1963. Amended

by Laws 2017, c. 94, § 3, eff. Nov. 1, 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 74-924

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 74-924 cover?

Section 74-924 ("False statements - Errors") 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 § 74-924?

A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 74-924" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.

How does Oklahoma § 74-924 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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