Okla. Stat. tit. 26, § 26-5-131

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Disposition of deposits

Official statutory text

In the event the petitioner is successful at said hearing, his

deposit shall be returned to him, and all costs of such hearing

shall be deducted from the deposit of the contestee, and the

balance, if any, shall be returned to said contestee. If the

contestee does not file an answer or make an appearance, or if the

petitioner is unsuccessful, all costs incurred shall be paid from

the deposit made by the petitioner, and the balance, if any, shall

be returned to said petitioner.

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 26. Elections Page 81

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