Land Use & Zoning

In Oklahoma, the Turnpike Authority and other state entities may exercise which power to acquire right-of-way for transportation projects?

APolice power
BTaxation
CEminent domain✓ Correct
DEscheat

Explanation

Eminent domain (condemnation) allows the state and its authorized agencies to acquire private property for public use — such as highways and turnpikes — upon payment of just compensation. Oklahoma has an extensive turnpike system built using this power.

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