Divorce Discovery Deadlines Oklahoma

Summary

In Oklahoma, you generally have 30 days to respond to interrogatories and document requests in a divorce case. To request an extension, draft a written motion, file it with the court, and serve a copy to your spouse or their attorney. If the deadline is imminent, contact the courts clerk immediately. For postponing a court date, file a Motion for Continuance as soon as possible.

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Divorce questions
Hello Timothy, I'd be happy to help with your divorce questions. Could you please provide your location and the specific questions you have about the divorce process?
Oklahoma
Hello Timothy, in Oklahoma, here's some general information about divorce:
- Either spouse must have lived in Oklahoma for 6 months prior to filing.
- Grounds for divorce include incompatibility, abandonment, and adultery.
- Division of property occurs equitably, but not necessarily equally.
What specific questions do you have?
Discovery questions
Hello Timothy. Discovery is a legal process used to gather information in a case. In Oklahoma, during a divorce case, discovery can include:
- Interrogatories: Written questions for the other party.
- Document Requests: Asking for specific documents.
- Depositions: Oral questioning under oath.

What discovery methods are you interested in?
Interrogatories and document
Great, Timothy. Are you looking for information on how to draft interrogatories and document requests, or are you trying to understand how to respond to them?
I need to understand deadline to respond
Hello Timothy, in Oklahoma, you generally have 30 days to respond to interrogatories and document requests in a divorce case. If you need additional time, you may request an extension from the court.
How do i do that
To request an extension, you need to:
- Draft a written motion explaining why you need more time
- File the motion with the court
- Serve a copy to your spouse or their attorney
Remember, the court's approval is not guaranteed.
When can i do this i have court in 20 days
You can request an extension at any time before your current deadline. However, it's best to do it as soon as possible to give the court and your spouse enough time to consider your request.
I did receive the questions until like 7days ago
In that case, you should immediately start drafting a motion for an extension, since you have a limited time to respond. Try to file it as soon as possible. Remember, approval isn't guaranteed but it's important to communicate your situation to the court.
The deadline is today
If the deadline is today, you should immediately contact the court's clerk to inform them about your situation. You can also try submitting your request for an extension today itself. It's crucial to act immediately in such a situation.
Ok thank you
You're welcome, Timothy. If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to ask. Good luck with your situation.
What about an extension for court on February 22nd
Hello Timothy, to clarify, are you seeking to request an extension for a court appearance scheduled for February 22nd?
Yes
To request a postponement of your court date, you'd need to file a Motion for Continuance. The process is similar to the one for requesting an extension:
- Draft a Motion for Continuance explaining the reason.
- File it with the court.
- Serve a copy to your spouse or their lawyer.
Make sure to do this as soon as possible.