To domesticate a foreign subpoena in Oklahoma, attorneys submit the out-of-state subpoena to the district court clerk in the county where discovery is sought. The clerk issues an Oklahoma subpoena mirroring the foreign one—filing or issuance fees typically range around $52, depending on the county.
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November 14, 2025
Oklahoma has adopted the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA), codified in 12 O.S. § 3250 et seq., which standardizes and simplifies the process for out-of-state litigants to obtain discovery in Oklahoma. This law enables attorneys from other jurisdictions to efficiently compel testimony, document production, and inspection of premises located within Oklahoma without the need for formal judicial intervention.
Under 12 O.S. § 3250, when an action is pending outside Oklahoma, discovery within Oklahoma is governed by the UIDDA and the Oklahoma Rules of Civil Procedure.
The requesting party submits the foreign subpoena to the district court clerk in the county where discovery is to take place.
The clerk then issues an Oklahoma subpoena that:
This step is purely administrative — it does not constitute an appearance in Oklahoma courts.
Once issued, the Oklahoma subpoena must be served under the Oklahoma Rules of Civil Procedure, ensuring compliance with all applicable service and timing requirements.
When filing a foreign subpoena with an Oklahoma district court clerk, a miscellaneous case filing fee is typically required.
If a subpoena is challenged or requires enforcement, motions to quash, enforce, or modify must be filed with the district court in the county where discovery is being conducted. The court applies Oklahoma’s procedural and evidentiary rules to resolve such disputes.
The UIDDA makes this process straightforward and predictable—ensuring that discovery in Oklahoma aligns with both local law and national procedural consistency.
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Yes. Oklahoma adopted the UIDDA under 12 O.S. § 3250 et seq., providing a simplified process for domesticating out-of-state subpoenas.
Submit the foreign subpoena to the district court clerk in the Oklahoma county where discovery is sought. The clerk issues an Oklahoma subpoena that mirrors the foreign subpoena and includes all required contact information
The filing or issuance fee is typically around $52, which covers the miscellaneous case filing required for domestication. Fees may vary slightly by county.
No. The UIDDA process is administrative, meaning out-of-state attorneys do not need to appear in court or retain local counsel solely for subpoena issuance.
The district court in the county where the witness or entity is located has jurisdiction to issue subpoenas and to hear any enforcement or objection motions.
Objections may include undue burden, privilege, lack of relevance, or improper scope of discovery, governed by the Oklahoma Rules of Civil Procedure.
Most district court clerks process and issue UIDDA subpoenas within 1–2 business days, though times may vary depending on county workload.
