Under 4 O.S. 42.1, the owner of any dog is liable for the full amount of damages when the dog, without provocation, bites or injures a person in a place where the person has a lawful right to be. No prior bite or knowledge is required.
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4 O.S. 42.1 makes the owner of any dog liable for the full amount of damages when the dog, without provocation, bites or injures a person who is in or on a place where he has a lawful right to be. Landlord liability is established through case law rather than statute.
Oklahoma applies modified comparative negligence to dog bite cases, and the deadline is two years.
A local personal injury attorney can review your claim — many offer a free consultation.
This is an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on the cited Oklahoma statutes. Confirm how these rules apply to your specific case with a licensed Oklahoma attorney.