Okla. Stat. tit. 10, § 10-7700-612: Child as party to proceeding – Guardian ad litem

A. A minor child is a permissible party, but is not a necessary

party to a proceeding under this Article.

B. The court shall appoint a guardian ad litem to represent a

minor or incapacitated child if the child is a party or the court

finds that the interests of the child are not adequately

represented.