Cohabitation is living together and having a sexual relationship without being married.
In Oklahoma, there is no specific statute that governs cohabitation between unmarried couples. Cohabitation itself is not illegal, and many couples choose to live together without getting married. However, Oklahoma law does not provide the same legal rights and benefits to cohabitating couples as it does to married couples. For instance, cohabitants do not have spousal rights to property, inheritance, or decision-making in the event of a partner's incapacity or death, unless such rights are explicitly granted through legal documents like wills, trusts, or durable powers of attorney. Additionally, while cohabitation agreements can be used to outline the financial and property rights of each party, they must be carefully crafted to comply with Oklahoma contract laws. It's important for individuals in cohabitating relationships to consult with an attorney to understand their rights and to create any necessary legal agreements to protect their interests.