On Apr. 24, OKL LEG passed bill for entities to represent themselves.
OKL LEG passed HB 1611, the Small claims procedure act; authorizing certain entities to represent themselves in actions in small claims court without an attorney.
Amends OKL LEG 12-36-1751 to permit entities to represent themselves in claims.
Bill Provisions
Allowed a corporate officer, member, manager, partner, trustee/employee of corporate/ legal entity to execute court filings on entity behalf in small claims court proceedings.
Legislative History
On Feb. 6, 2023, bill introduced in House; on Mar. 11, 2024, bill passed House.
On Mar. 12, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Apr. 17, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On Apr. 24, 2024, governor approved bill HB1611, to become effective Nov. 1, 2024.
Effectiveness
Upon governor approval or veto override, HB1611 will be effective Nov. 1, 2024.
Regulators
OKL LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Corp
Reference
Act, Bill, HB1611, 4/24/2024; Citation: OKL LEG 12-36-1751;