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OK SB2204

Bill

Status

Passed

5/11/2010

Primary Sponsor

David Dank

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act in Oklahoma law, establishing uniform standards for guardianship and conservatorship proceedings involving multi-state issues.

  • Establishes jurisdictional requirements for Oklahoma courts to appoint guardians or issue protective orders based on the respondent's "home state" (six consecutive months residency) or "significant-connection state" status.

  • Allows courts to communicate with other states' courts regarding guardianship proceedings and permits testimony from witnesses in other states through deposition, telephone, or audiovisual means.

  • Provides procedures for transferring guardianships and conservatorships between states, including provisional orders and acceptance requirements by receiving state courts.

  • Authorizes registration of out-of-state guardianship and protective orders in Oklahoma to allow guardians and conservators to exercise their authority within the state; effective November 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Guardian and ward; creating the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Act. Effective date.

Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts

Last Action

Approved by Governor 05/10/2010

5/11/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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