This lease rider form may be used when you are involved in a lease transaction, and have made the decision to utilize the form of Oil and Gas Lease presented to you by the Lessee, and you want to include additional provisions to that Lease form to address specific concerns you may have, or place limitations on the rights granted the Lessee in the standard lease form.
Oklahoma Surface — Unauthorized Use refers to the act of unlawfully accessing, utilizing, or occupying someone else's land or surface property without proper permission or legal entitlement in the state of Oklahoma. This type of unauthorized use can have serious legal consequences as it infringes upon the property rights of landowners. There are different variations of Oklahoma Surface — Unauthorized Use, each describing a distinct form of encroachment or violation, including: 1. Trespassing: Trespassing occurs when an individual knowingly enters someone else's property without obtaining permission from the owner or occupant. It involves crossing over property boundaries, ignoring "No Trespassing" signs, or disregarding any written or verbal warnings to leave the premises. 2. Adverse Possession: Adverse possession refers to the unauthorized occupation or use of another person's land without their consent for a significant period of time. In Oklahoma, adverse possession requires continuous and uninterrupted possession, open and notorious use, actual occupancy, exclusivity, and adverse or hostile intent towards the rightful owner's interests. 3. Encroachments: Encroachments involve unauthorized extensions or encroachment of structures, objects, or land onto someone else's property. These can include fences, buildings, driveways, trees, or any other physical obstructions that cross property boundaries without appropriate consent. 4. Surface Agreement Violations: Surface agreements are legal contracts between landowners and entities conducting activities like drilling for oil, gas, or minerals on their property. Unauthorized use occurs when a party disregards the terms and conditions outlined in the agreement, such as accessing restricted areas, infringing upon surface rights, or failing to comply with operational regulations. Unauthorized use of Oklahoma surface property can result in serious legal consequences, including lawsuits, property damage claims, monetary penalties, or even criminal charges in certain cases. Landowners should seek legal remedies and protection if they suspect unauthorized use of their property, while individuals should always respect private property rights and seek proper authorization when required.
