Alimony and Spousal Support in Oklahoma
How Oklahoma decides spousal support (alimony), the factors courts weigh, and how marital property is divided.
Short answer: Either spouse may be awarded alimony the court considers reasonable, with regard to the value of the property at the time of the divorce. 43 O.S. 121(B)
| Alimony (spousal support) | Either spouse may be awarded alimony the court considers reasonable, with regard to the value of the property at the time of the divorce. Alimony may be paid from real or personal property or as a money judgment, in a lump sum or in installments. The statute does not set a formula for amount or duration. Official Oklahoma Legislature compilation of Title 43 (PDF). OSCN, the courts' statute site, was bot-blocked when checked. Source: 43 O.S. 121(B) |
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| Dividing property | The court confirms to each spouse the property he or she owned before the marriage and property acquired during the marriage in his or her own right. Property acquired jointly during the marriage, no matter whose name is on the title, is divided in a way that is just and reasonable, subject to any valid written prenuptial agreement. Certain veterans' disability payments (Special Monthly Compensation and qualifying Combat-Related Special Compensation) are separate property. Official Oklahoma Legislature compilation of Title 43 (PDF). OSCN, the courts' statute site, was bot-blocked when checked. Source: 43 O.S. 121(B)-(D) |
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FAQ
How is alimony decided in Oklahoma?
Either spouse may be awarded alimony the court considers reasonable, with regard to the value of the property at the time of the divorce. Alimony may be paid from real or personal property or as a money judgment, in a lump sum or in installments. The statute does not set a formula for amount or duration.
Is Oklahoma a community property state?
The court confirms to each spouse the property he or she owned before the marriage and property acquired during the marriage in his or her own right. Property acquired jointly during the marriage, no matter whose name is on the title, is divided in a way that is just and reasonable, subject to any valid written prenuptial agreement. Certain veterans' disability payments (Special Monthly Compensation and qualifying Combat-Related Special Compensation) are separate property.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.