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A public easement is an easement that gives all people (the public) the right to use and enjoy a tract of property such as a street, sidewalk, park, or beach.

In Oklahoma, a public easement is a type of right-of-way granted to the public to use and enjoy certain properties, such as streets, sidewalks, parks, or beaches. This easement allows for the passage, utility infrastructure, and recreational use by the general public. Public easements are typically established through dedication by a property owner, by prescription through long-term use by the public, or by explicit reservation in a deed or plat. Once established, these easements are maintained by governmental entities such as city, county, or state governments, and the rights of the public to use these easements are protected by law. Interference with or obstruction of a public easement can lead to legal action by the government or by citizens who are affected by the interference. It's important to note that while the public has the right to use properties subject to a public easement, the underlying ownership of the property typically remains with the original owner or a governmental entity.

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