Due to the overwhelming amount of landlord/tenant law questions to our firm, Atkins & Markoff would like to provide some basic information via our website. This does not constitute legal advice. Our firm does not currently handle landlord/tenant issues and we cannot provide legal advice via phone calls or email at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience; however, we hope that the information contained in the website will answer the majority of your questions.

Oklahoma Tenant Responsibilities

If you’ve found yourself embroiled in a Oklahoma landlord-tenant dispute, it’s important to know your own rights and responsibilities under the law. Tenants have a variety of specific obligations under Oklahoma state law, which can be negotiated and/or voided from a contract via both parties’ consent. There are several general tenant responsibilities which are applicable and incorporated in most all residential rental contracts. They are, in no particular, order:

• Pay rent in a timely manner
• Maintain the premises and prevent damage other than normal wear and tear
• Report defective conditions to the landlord promptly
• Give written notice of any breaches of the agreement
• Give written notice of termination of the lease
• Make a written request for return of the security deposit
• Return all keys at the end of the lease

Violations of these responsibilities can lead to prolonged and financially debilitating legal battles. Know your rights. Contact an experienced, compassionate Atkins & Markoff attorney who is well-versed in Oklahoma landlord/tenant laws and regulations today, so that you can effectively and efficiently settle your Oklahoma landlord issues tomorrow.