Okla. Stat. tit. 45, § 45-411
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Definitions
Official statutory text
The words defined in this section shall have the following
meaning when found in this act, towit "mines" mean mines in the
State of Oklahoma wherein lead, zinc or other metals are sought or
produced. "Operator" means the person, individual or corporation
charged with the responsibility of management and control of mining.
"Mine Inspector" means the Chief Mining Inspector of this state and
the deputy or assistant mining inspector provided by law for the
district in which the mining operation is located, except where the
context specifies the deputy or assistant mining inspector.
meaning when found in this act, towit "mines" mean mines in the
State of Oklahoma wherein lead, zinc or other metals are sought or
produced. "Operator" means the person, individual or corporation
charged with the responsibility of management and control of mining.
"Mine Inspector" means the Chief Mining Inspector of this state and
the deputy or assistant mining inspector provided by law for the
district in which the mining operation is located, except where the
context specifies the deputy or assistant mining inspector.
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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