Background
The Oklahoma Supreme Court issued an administrative order concerning per curiam decisions of the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals. The order cites 20 O.S. § 30.14(C).
The court acted in conference on September 14, 2026. Eight justices concurred, and Justice Darby was listed as not present.
The Court’s Holding
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered that, going forward, per curiam decisions of the Court of Civil Appeals must identify the judges who participate in the vote.
The order establishes this identification requirement prospectively. It does not provide additional reasoning or address the validity of previously issued per curiam decisions.
Key Takeaways
- Per curiam decisions of the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals must identify the judges participating in the vote.
- The requirement applies “henceforth,” making it prospective.
- The Oklahoma Supreme Court issued the directive by order in conference and cited 20 O.S. § 30.14(C).
Why It Matters
Future per curiam decisions from the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals must disclose which judges took part in the vote. Attorneys reviewing those decisions will therefore be able to determine the participating judges from the opinion itself.