Ethics Commission

Oklahoma Ethics Commission

OKE

70/100

Summary

The Oklahoma Ethics Commission is constitutionally established and enforces ethics, campaign finance, and lobbying laws for state officers, employees, candidates, and lobbyists. Five members are appointed by the Governor, Chief Justice, Speaker, and President Pro Tempore.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 70/100 (good)
70/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length8 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessRestricted
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Oklahoma Statutes, Title 74, Chapter 62 — Ethics Commission Act
Citation
Okla. Stat. tit. 74, §§ 4240 to 4260
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

All state officers, employees, candidates, and lobbyists