Oklahoma § 8-224 - Burial agreements issued only through resident agents

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 8-224 — Burial agreements issued only through resident agents, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8-224. Burial agreements issued only through resident agents

(a) No burial agreement shall be issued or delivered in this

state by a burial association unless through its licensed resident

agent.

(b) No burial association or burial agent shall pay, allow or

give, directly or indirectly, any money, commissions, or other

valuable consideration to any person, who, in this state, solicits,

negotiates, or effects a burial agreement unless such person held a

burial agent license with the burial association that issued the

agreement at the time of the soliciting, negotiating, or effecting

such agreement.

Laws 1953, p. 136, § 24.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 8-224

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 8-224 cover?

Section 8-224 ("Burial agreements issued only through resident agents") 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 § 8-224?

A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 8-224" (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 § 8-224 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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