Oklahoma § 84-920
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 84-920, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 84-920.
Witnessing and attestation.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 84. Wills and Succession
A. If the laws of this state base the validity of a nontestamentary estate planning document on whether it is signed,
witnessed, or attested by another individual, the signature,
witnessing, or attestation of that individual may be electronic.
B. For the purposes of this subsection, “electronic presence”
means that two or more individuals in different locations are able
to communicate in real time to the same extent as if the individuals
were physically present in the same location. If the laws of this
state base the validity of a non-testamentary estate planning
document on whether it is signed, witnessed, or attested by another
individual in the presence of the individual signing the document,
the presence requirement shall be satisfied if the individuals are
in each other’s electronic presence.
Added by Laws 2024, c. 344, § 20, eff. Nov. 1, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 84-920
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 84-920 cover?
Section 84-920 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 § 84-920?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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