Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 113.3
Denial or Termination of Tenancy to Victim or Alleged Victim of Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence or Stalking
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A landlord shall not deny, refuse to renew or terminate a tenancy because the applicant, tenant or member of the household is a victim or alleged victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking regardless of whether there exists a current protective order. A landlord shall not deny a tenancy or retaliate against a tenant because the applicant or tenant has previously terminated a rental agreement because the applicant or tenant is a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking.
Oklahoma law under 41 O.S. § 113.3 prohibits landlords from denying, refusing to renew, or terminating a tenancy solely because an applicant, tenant, or household member is a victim or alleged victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking — even if no protective order is in place. The law also bars landlords from retaliating against or denying housing to someone because they previously ended a rental agreement due to being a victim of such violence. This protection applies at both the application stage and throughout the duration of a tenancy.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 41 O.S. § 113.3, compliant property owners and managers evaluate applicants and tenants on criteria unrelated to their status as victims or alleged victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking. Operators generally avoid using a prior early lease termination tied to such victimization as a negative factor in rental decisions. Maintaining consistent, documented screening criteria helps demonstrate that housing decisions are based on neutral, lawful standards rather than protected status.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
41 O.S. § 113.3 gives tenants and applicants the right not to be denied housing, face non-renewal, or be evicted because they are victims or alleged victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking — and this protection exists even without a current protective order. If a landlord takes adverse action that appears connected to this protected status, tenants may have grounds to raise a violation of this provision as a defense in eviction proceedings or pursue other legal remedies. Tenant-rights organizations in Oklahoma can help individuals understand the options available under this law.
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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