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Okla. Stat. tit. 43, § 43-111.2: Civil action for child stealing

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Any person who is not a party to a child custody proceeding, and

who intentionally removes, causes the removal of, assists in the

removal of, or detains any child under eighteen (18) years of age

with intent to deny another person's right to custody of the child

or visitation under an existing court order shall be liable in an

action at law. Remedies available pursuant to this section are in

addition to any other remedies available by law or equity and may

include, but shall not be limited to, the following:

1. Damages for loss of service, society, and companionship;

2. Compensatory damages for reasonable expenses incurred in

searching for the missing child or attending court hearings; and

3. The prevailing party in such action shall be awarded

reasonable attorney fees.

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