This bill amends Section 333 of Title 60 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to title by prescription. The new language specifies that occupancy of property for the duration required by civil procedure can confer a title by prescription, which is valid against all claims. However, it introduces a significant limitation: if the rightful owner has paid all taxes and assessments on the property during the time the adverse possessor claims to have occupied it, then that possession cannot be considered adverse enough to establish title or rights to the land.
The bill aims to clarify the conditions under which title by prescription can be claimed, ensuring that property owners who fulfill their tax obligations are protected from losing their property rights due to adverse possession claims. The effective date for this amendment is set for November 1, 2025.