OK SB138

Authorizes service of process by electronic means (email) after three failed personal delivery attempts or upon court order, with service deemed complete on the day of electronic transmission and mailing of a certified mail copy to the defendant's last-known address

Requires electronic service to use a secure application that tracks whether email notifications were bounced, returned, received, or opened, and whether the summons was viewed or downloaded, with defendants given the option to accept or decline service electronically

Establishes that electronic service cannot be the basis for default judgment unless the record contains evidence showing acceptance by the defendant or a returned email showing refusal, with acceptance or refusal by persons 15 years or older at the defendant's residence constituting valid acceptance or refusal

Allows defendants to set aside default judgments obtained through electronic service if they demonstrate the return receipt email was sent or delivery was refused by an unauthorized person, with petitions filed within 1 year of notice of default but no more than 2 years after filing of judgment

Effective date: November 1, 2025