Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 1148.1 et seq. § 1148.15
Eviction - Affidavit
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The actions for unlawful entry and detainer, commonly known as an eviction, standing alone or when joined with a claim for collection of rent or damages to the premises, or both, shall be commenced by filing an affidavit with the clerk of the court. This affidavit is to be developed by the Oklahoma Bar Association using plain and understandable language. The Administrative Office of the Courts shall provide public access to the affidavit by providing a link to the form on the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) website .
Under 12 O.S. § 1148.15, eviction proceedings in Oklahoma — whether filed alone or combined with claims for unpaid rent or property damage — must be initiated by submitting a specific affidavit to the court clerk. The Oklahoma Bar Association is responsible for drafting this affidavit in plain, accessible language. The Administrative Office of the Courts is required to make the form publicly available through a link on the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) website.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 12 O.S. § 1148.15, a compliant Oklahoma landlord initiates an eviction action by filing the designated affidavit with the clerk of the court, rather than through a general civil complaint. This same affidavit can encompass claims for unpaid rent or premises damage when filed together with the eviction action. Operators typically locate the current, court-approved form through the OSCN website, where the Administrative Office of the Courts is required to maintain a public link.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 12 O.S. § 1148.15, an eviction case against you in Oklahoma must be started with a specific affidavit filed with the court clerk — not just any document. Because the Oklahoma Bar Association is required to draft this form in plain language, tenants can review it on the OSCN website to understand what claims a landlord has made. If you believe the required affidavit was not properly filed or does not meet the statutory requirements, that procedural issue may be relevant to your case, and tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help you understand your options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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