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Oklahoma CLE Requirements and Courses

Detailed jurisdiction information about MCLE regulations and general information accreditation of ABA CLE events, webinars, and on-demand CLE courses

CLE FAQ for Newly-Admitted Attorneys

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Oklahoma Newly-Admitted CLE Rules

Oklahoma newly admitted attorneys are exempt from completing the requirement in the calendar year in which they are first admitted.

Oklahoma General CLE Rules

  • Credit hours required: 12 hours per reporting period
  • Specialty credits required: 2 hours of ethics credit per reporting period
  • Length of reporting period: 1 year
  • Compliance date: December 31
  • Reporting date: February 15
  • Compliance group: All attorneys report annually.
  • Minutes per credit hour: 50 minutes. To calculate credit for a specific program, divide the total length of the program in minutes by 50 and round up or down to the nearest half hour.
  • Distance Learning Requirements: May take all credits with live webcast or previously recorded.
  • Attendance Reporting Procedure: The ABA reports attendance for live programs within 30 days after the program to the Oklahoma Bar Association. The ABA does not report attendance for on-demand online courses.

State Contact Information

Oklahoma Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission, 1901 N. Lincoln Blvd., PO Box 53036, Oklahoma City, OK 73152 | (405) 416.7009

A Note About MCLE Credit

The content on this page is for informational and educational purposes only. Each state has its own rules and regulations indicating what qualifies for CLE credit. Please contact your state MCLE regulatory entity for specific questions about your MCLE rules.