Nothing contained in the Oklahoma Children's Code shall prevent a court from immediately assuming custody of a child and ordering whatever action may be necessary, including medical or behavioral health treatment, to protect the child's health, safety, or welfare.

Laws 1995, HB 1978, c. 352, § 44, emerg. eff. July 1, 1995; Amended by Laws 1998, SB 1224, c. 421, § 27, emerg. eff. June 11, 1998 (superseded document available); Amended by Laws 2009, HB 2028, c. 233, § 56, emerg. eff. May 21, 2009 (superseded document available); Renumbered from 10 O.S. § 7003-8.5 by Laws 2009, HB 2028, c. 233, § 228, emerg. eff. May 21, 2009.