Okla. Stat. tit. 22, § 22-452
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Defendant's presence required for felonies
Official statutory text
If the indictment or information is for a felony the defendant
must be present, either in person or by videoconference, but if for
a misdemeanor only, the personal appearance is unnecessary, and the
defendant may appear upon the arraignment by counsel.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure Page 179
must be present, either in person or by videoconference, but if for
a misdemeanor only, the personal appearance is unnecessary, and the
defendant may appear upon the arraignment by counsel.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 22. Criminal Procedure Page 179
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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