Oklahoma § 8-226 - Depositions, witnesses and evidence
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 8-226 — Depositions, witnesses and evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-226. Depositions, witnesses and evidence
(a) In any proceeding arising under this act, any member of the
Board, or any interested party, may take depositions as in civil
proceedings and the Board may, on its own motion, and shall, upon
request of any interested party, subpoena witnesses or documentary
evidence, administer oaths, and examine under oath any individual
relative to any hearing or investigation under this act. The
subpoena may be served anywhere in the state and the service thereof
shall not be limited to the county wherein the Board is located.
(b) The subpoena shall have the same force and effect and shall
be served in the same manner as if issued from a court of record.
(c) Witness fees and mileage, if claimed, shall be allowed the
same as for testimony in a court of record. Witness fees and
mileage shall be paid by the Board, or by the person who requests
the hearing.
(d) If any person fails to obey the subpoena, or obeys the
subpoena but refuses to testify when required, the Board shall file
a written report thereof and proof of service of the subpoena with
the clerk of the district court in the county where the person
resides or may be. Thereupon, the court shall forthwith cause the
person to be brought before the court to show cause why he should
not be punished the same as if he had failed or refused to obey a
subpoena from or give testimony in such court.
Laws 1953, p. 136, § 26.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 8-226
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 8-226 cover?
Section 8-226 ("Depositions, witnesses and evidence") 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 § 8-226?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 8-226 apply to my situation?
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