§ 1851 Short title.

This part of the law is called the "Uniform Arbitration Act." It's simply the official name given to a group of related rules (sections 1 through 31) that deal with arbitration in Oklahoma.

Arbitration is a way to settle disputes outside of a courtroom. Instead of going to trial, both sides agree to let a neutral person, called an arbitrator, listen to the case and make a decision. The rules that follow this section explain how that process works, including how arbitration agreements are made, how hearings are run, and how arbitration decisions can be enforced or challenged.

When you see the name "Uniform Arbitration Act" mentioned in other parts of Oklahoma law, it's referring to this same set of rules. Knowing this name helps you find and understand the specific laws that apply if you're involved in an arbitration case in Oklahoma.