Oklahoma Code § 19-553

Title 19. Counties And County Officers: Retiring sheriffs and deputies - Retention of peace
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officer status - Firearms and badges – Death and spousal request.
A.  Sheriffs and their deputies, retiring under the provisions
of Sections 951 et seq. of Title 19 of the Oklahoma Statutes, or
Sections 901 et seq. of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes, or
reserve deputies may retain their status as peace officers of the
State of Oklahoma, retired, and as such may retain the right to keep
their county-issued firearm and badge, and bear firearms as provided
by Sections 554 and 555 of this title.
B.  Upon the death of a sheriff, or deputy, or reserve deputy,
the surviving spouse may request to retain the badge and firearm of
the deceased spouse.  The sheriff’s office may grant the request in
accordance with their policy, if any.

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