Property; prohibiting title by prescription under specified circumstances. Effective date.

Oklahoma's SB 972 prevents someone from gaining legal ownership of property through long-term, unauthorized use (known as "title by prescription") if the actual property owner has paid all taxes during that time. The bill amends state law to state that paying property taxes blocks any claim of adverse possession. This directly affects property owners who pay taxes and potential claimants attempting to gain ownership through prolonged use. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.