Who Can Get Married In Oklahoma?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

In general, in order to get married in Oklahoma, a person must be unmarried and at least 18 years old. If the person is under 18 years of age, they can generally get married so long as they have the written consent of their parent or guardian. Every person under the age of sixteen (16) years is expressly forbidden and prohibited from entering into the marriage relation except when authorized by the court.

Do I Need A Marriage License Before I Get Married?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Yes. Under Oklahoma law, no one can get married and no one can perform or solemnize a marriage ceremony in Oklahoma without a marriage license being first issued by the judge or clerk of the district court, of some county in Oklahoma, authorizing the marriage between the persons named in the license.

Does Oklahoma Allow Or Recognize Same Sex Marriages?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. Oklahoma does not allow same sex marriages. In addition, a marriage between persons of the same gender performed in another state shall not be recognized as valid and binding in Oklahoma.

How Is Child Support Determined In Oklahoma?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Child support in Oklahoma is determined by using State support guidelines and a mathematical support software program that takes, among other factors, the following information into consideration:

The gross income of both parents;
The number of children to be supported;
Amount of time each parent spends with the child;
Monthly living expenses of both parents;
Monthly health and dental expenses of both parents;
Monthly child care expenses of both parents; and
Other monthly expenses of both parents.

This information plus any other information required under the law is inserted into a calculation called the Child Support Guidelines and computed to determine the monthly child support obligation that the non custodial parent is ordered to pay. Only a judge can order that child support be paid.

How Long Do I Have To Live In Oklahoma Before I Can File For Divorce?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The petitioner or the respondent in an action for divorce or annulment of a marriage must have been an actual resident, in good faith, in Oklahoma, for six (6) months immediately preceding the filing of the petition. Any person who has been a resident of any United States army post or military reservation within the State of Oklahoma, for six (6) months immediately preceding the filing of the petition, may bring action for divorce or annulment of a marriage or may be sued for divorce or annulment of a marriage.

How Long Does A Divorce Take In Oklahoma?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The court may grant a final order in an uncontested divorce that does not involve children, in as little as 10 days after the filing of the initial petition for divorce. If minor children the court shall not issue a final order for at least ninety (90) days from the date of filing the petition. However, the 90 day requirement may be waived by the court for good cause shown and as long as the parties do not object. Please keep in mind that these time frames are assuming that you and your spouse agree on all issues. Should you and your spouse disagree on any issue, then the divorce may take much longer.

How Long Must I Wait Until I Can Remarry After I Am Divorced?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

You can not remarry or cohabitate with a member of the opposite sex for 6 months after the final divorce order is issued.

If I Need To Go To Court, Will I Have To Testify Before A Jury?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. All Oklahoma divorce cases are heard and decided by a judge only.

If My Spouse And I Agree On Everything, Will I Have To Appear In Court?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

As long as you and your spouse agree on all issues, then only one of you must appear in court. The person appearing will have to raise their hand and take an oath then briefly testify.

In Oklahoma, Can a Spouse Give up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 01:44:13 GMT

Yes, Oklahoma law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement.

What Are The Grounds For Divorce In Oklahoma?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Oklahoma recognizes the following 12 grounds for divorce:

Abandonment for one year;
Adultery;
Impotence;
When the wife, at the time of marriage, was pregnant with another man's child;
Extreme cruelty;
Fraudulent contract;
Incompatibility;
Habitual drunkenness;
Gross neglect of duty;
Imprisonment of the other part in a state or federal penal institution under sentence thereto for the commission of a felony at the time the petition is filed;
The procurement of a final divorce decree from another state by a husband or wife which does not in Oklahoma release the other party from the obligations of marriage; and
Insanity for a period of 5 years.

What Are The Reasons Behind Child Support In Oklahoma?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

Child support is based upon the concept that children are entitled to the support of both parents. This recognizes that there are costs associated with raising children. For example, the custodial parent often has to secure larger living quarters than he/she would otherwise need. The custodial parent may need larger or different transportation, in addition to basic food, clothing, school supplies, medical expenses and so forth. The custodial parent is often paying these things directly. Child support is designed to partially offset these expenses and even out the burden based upon the parent's respective incomes.

What Can I Do If My Spouse Refuses To Pay Support?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

You can make your spouse appear before the court. Once there, the judge may find your spouse in contempt of court and your spouse may be put in jail or fined. The judge may issue a wage assignment and garnish your spouse's paycheck. In doing so, then the support payments are taken directly out of your spouse's paycheck. The court may also levy or take your spouse's property such as real estate or bank accounts. In addition, if your spouse fails to pay child support for one year or more or the amount of back support owed is greater than $5,000.00 or your spouse has moved outside of Oklahoma, the District Attorney's Office may file criminal charges.

What Do I Need In Order To Get A Marriage License?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

In general, you will need the following:

Cash or a money order in the amount of $50.00. However, if the applicants show proof of premarital counseling, then the fee is only $5.00;
On Oklahoma blood test from a state approved laboratory;
You must be 18 years of age or accompanied by a parent or guardian,
Must be able to present a valid Driver's License or a Certified Birth Certificate;
Once issued, the License is only good for 10 days and it must be returned for recording by the Court Clerk within 5 days of the ceremony;
The person who performs the ceremony must be registered with the State.

What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in Oklahoma?

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Oklahoma law requires that antenuptial agreements be in writing in order to be enforced by a court. The agreement must meet all of the requirements of Oklahoma contract law. Each party must give a full disclosure of his or her financial assets and obligations or the court may find that fraud has been committed and refuse to enforce the antenuptial agreement.

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