Oklahoma House of Representatives - Terms & Qualifications

Terms & Qualifications

Oklahoma

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In order to file for election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives, one must be 21 years of age at the time of their election and a qualified elector and resident of their legislative district. Officers of the United States or state government and individuals who have been adudged guilty of a felony are not eligible to election to the Oklahoma Legislature. If a member of the Oklahoma Legislature is expelled for corruption, they are not eligible to return to legislative office.

State representatives serve two-year terms. No member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives can serve more than 12 years in the Oklahoma Legislature.

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