ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
The Oklahoma Supreme Court and the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) are committed to ensuring equal access to and full participation in court programs, court services, employment, and materials for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other federal and state laws.
Oklahoma District Courts
Pursuant to Title II of the ADA, if you are an individual with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in a court proceeding or other court service, program, or activity, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to certain assistance.
How To Request an ADA Accommodation
Each county in Oklahoma has its own District Court. Each District Court has an ADA Coordinator who can assist individuals with disabilities by answering specific questions about access to services and by processing requests for accommodations. If you have a disability and need accommodation under the ADA to participate in a court proceeding, service, or activity, please contact the ADA Coordinator. You may also contact the court clerk’s office (in advance whenever possible) or advise the trial judge assigned to your case.
Detailed instructions and information are available by clicking on the ADA Accommodation Request Instructions and Form link below. Requests for accommodations may be presented on the ADA Accommodation Request Form, in another written format, or orally.
Forms and Information
- ADA Accommodation Request Instructions and Form
- Notice Poster – How to Request ADA Accommodation for Your Court Proceeding
- List of ADA Coordinators for the District Courts
Reasonable Accommodation
In compliance with the ADA, the Oklahoma state courts will make reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities when requested to do so. These accommodations will depend upon your individual circumstances, and could be a modification in policies, practices, and procedures, or some form of aid or assistance such as a qualified sign language interpreter, printed material in alternate formats, or other communication assistance. The ADA does not require the court to provide services or devices of a personal nature, such as wheelchairs or other mobility devices, or legal representation, secretarial services, and transportation; nor to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or service or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Use of a Support Person in Court Proceedings
When appropriate, as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA, a judge may permit a support person to assist a qualified person with a disability during a proceeding. Often, a support person is a trusted family member or friend who is familiar with the individual and who will sit next to the litigant when he or she appears for matters before the court. For complete information, please review the Support Person Guidelines linked below.
Accessibility of this Website
This website has been tested for compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines governing accessibility of technology.
Accessibility Features
Information on specific accessibility features as well as instructions on using custom settings are provided on our Web Accessibility Features page.
Web Accessibility Assistance
If you use assistive technology and the format of material on our website interferes with your ability to access that information, please email us at [email protected]. To help us respond to your request, please include the following in your email:
- a description of the accessibility problem;
- your preferred solution;
- the web address of the material in question; and
- your contact information (so we can reach you if we have questions about your request).
If you are having trouble accessing materials on this site, please contact our webmaster.
Accessibility of Court Buildings and Physical Facilities
District Courts
The courthouses for the Oklahoma state district courts are operated by the county. Concerns and complaints relating to accessibility of physical facilities or court buildings for the district courts should be directed to the Board of County Commissioners for the county in which the courthouse is located.
Appellate Courts
Concerns and complaints relating to accessibility of physical facilities or court buildings occupied by the Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals, Court of Civil Appeals, or AOC should be directed to:
Administrative Office of the Courts
Attention: Statewide ADA Coordinator
2100 North Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 3
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
[email protected]
405.556.9300
Accessibility Contacts
District Courts
Statewide ADA and Accessibility Contact
Administrative Office of the Courts
Attention: Statewide ADA Coordinator
2100 North Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 3
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
[email protected]
405.556.9300
Website Accessibility
Webmaster, MIS Division of the AOC.
District Court Buildings and Facilities Issues
Local County Board of Commissioners
Clerk of the Appellate Courts
Clerk of the Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals and Court of Civil Appeals
2100 N. Lincoln Blvd., Suite 4
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
405 556-9400
Other Accessibility Issues
Webmaster, MIS Division of the AOC.
Complaints and Requests for Review
Although the judicial branch is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities have equal access to the courts, some requests may be denied. If your request for an accommodation is denied, or if you do not agree with the accommodation offered, you may submit a written request for review with the Presiding Judge or Chief Judge to discuss your position and request re-consideration.
Retaliation against any individual who files a complaint or grievance regarding discrimination or assists in an investigation of complaints is prohibited.