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Oklahoma Statute of Limitations

Time limits for filing civil lawsuits in Oklahoma. The statute of limitations varies by claim type. Once the deadline passes, you generally cannot file suit.

Data last updated: Apr 16, 2026

Key Takeaways

  • Written Contracts: 5 years (Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(1)).
  • Oral Contracts: 3 years (Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(2)).
  • Personal Injury: 2 years (Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(3)).
  • Property Damage: 2 years (Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(3)).

Oklahoma Statute of Limitations by Claim Type

Claim Type Time Limit Statute Notes
Written Contracts 5 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(1) Accrues on the date of breach.
Oral Contracts 3 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(2) Accrues on the date of breach.
Personal Injury 2 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(3) Accrues on the date of injury.
Property Damage 2 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(3) Accrues when damage occurs.
Medical Malpractice 2 years Okla. Stat. tit. 76, § 18 2 years from the date of discovery of the injury.
Debt Collection 5 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, §§ 95(1), 95(2) Written debts: 5 years. Oral debts: 3 years.
Fraud 2 years Okla. Stat. tit. 12, § 95(3) 2 years from discovery of the fraud.

General Notes for Oklahoma

Oklahoma distinguishes between written contracts (5 years) and oral contracts (3 years). The discovery rule applies to medical malpractice claims. Tolling applies for minors and persons of unsound mind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the statute of limitations for debt in Oklahoma?

    Written debts have a 5-year statute of limitations, while oral debts have a 3-year limit.

  • How long do I have for a personal injury claim in Oklahoma?

    You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Oklahoma.

  • Does Oklahoma have a discovery rule for medical malpractice?

    Yes. The 2-year statute of limitations for medical malpractice runs from the date the injury is discovered or should have been discovered.

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