Quiet hours in Tulsa County, OK — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Unincorporated Tulsa County does not have a local noise ordinance. Oklahoma state law (21 O.S. §1362) applies, making it unlawful to willfully disturb the peace with unreasonably loud noise. Conviction carries up to $100 fine and/or 30 days jail. The Tulsa County Sheriff's Office handles noise complaints in unincorporated areas.
Tulsa County municipal code establishes quiet hours and residential noise limits. Oklahoma Statute 21 O.S. §1289 provides statewide enforcement for disturbing the peace as a misdemeanor. Most Oklahoma cities set residential limits around 55 to 65 dBA at the property line. Exemptions for emergency vehicles and city operations. ODEQ handles industrial noise complaints at the state level. Police non-emergency line handles residential complaints.
First offense: warning or citation $50 to $500. Misdemeanor under 21 O.S. §1289: up to $100 fine and/or 30 days jail.
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