Oklahoma Eviction Notice Overview
Oklahoma requires a 10-day notice to cure for lease violations under 41 O.S. §132(A). There is no 14-day notice. Oklahoma’s Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (41 O.S. §101–§136) governs evictions. Cases are filed as forcible entry and detainer (FED) actions in the District Court of the county where the property is located.
Oklahoma County (OKC), Tulsa County, Cleveland County (Norman), and Comanche County (Lawton) handle the highest volumes. Oklahoma’s process is relatively fast. For non-payment, a 5-day notice is required under 41 O.S. §131. The 10-day cure notice for violations is moderate by national standards.
10 Days
Statutory minimum
$58–$173
District Court filing
Written
Notice required
3–6 Wks
Total process
Oklahoma’s 10-Day Cure for Lease Violations
Under 41 O.S. §132(A), if a tenant materially violates the rental agreement, the landlord must give 10 days’ notice specifying the noncompliance and allowing the tenant to cure. If the tenant cures, the tenancy continues. For repeat violations within 6 months, a 10-day unconditional notice may be issued.
Oklahoma Notice Periods
10-day cure: Lease violations (41 O.S. §132(A))
5-day notice: Non-payment of rent (41 O.S. §131)
Immediate termination: Drug manufacturing or criminal activity
30-day termination: Month-to-month without cause
Common Violations Addressed by This Notice in Oklahoma
- Unauthorized pets
- Unauthorized occupants
- Noise or disturbances
- Property damage
- Failure to maintain
- Operating businesses without permission
Oklahoma Legal Requirements
Oklahoma courts require strict compliance with notice requirements. A deficient notice will result in dismissal of the eviction case, wasting time and filing fees. Here are the mandatory elements:
- Written Notice: Required under the RLTA
- 10-Day Cure: State 10 days to cure with deadline date
- Specific Violation: Describe the noncompliance
- Termination Warning: State consequences of failure to cure
- Landlord Info: Name, address, phone
Serving the Notice in Oklahoma
Proper service is critical in Oklahoma. The method of delivery determines when the notice period starts running and must be documented for court proceedings.
Personal Service
Hand the notice to the tenant.
Certified Mail
Send via certified mail.
Post and Mail
Post on door and mail if tenant unavailable.
Oklahoma Eviction Timeline
The complete eviction process in Oklahoma, from notice to physical removal, follows this general timeline for uncontested cases:
Oklahoma Eviction Fees & Costs
Below are the typical costs associated with the eviction process in Oklahoma. Fees may vary by county or court location.
| Cost Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| District Court Filing Fee | $58 – $173 |
| Sheriff Service | $20 – $45 |
| Writ of Execution | $20 – $40 |
| Attorney Fees | $400 – $1,500 |
Sample Oklahoma Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Oklahoma-compliant eviction notice. The generated document includes all elements required under OK law.
10-DAY NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT
STATE OF OKLAHOMA
Pursuant to 41 O.S. §132(A)
TO (TENANT):
Name: [Tenant Full Legal Name]
Address: [Oklahoma Property Address]
VIOLATION / GROUNDS:
[Detailed description of violation with dates]
DEMAND
You have ten (10) days to cure the above violation. Failure to cure will terminate your rental agreement.