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Tulsa Lawyer Explains The Difference Between First And Second Degree Rape?
Getting arrested and charged with rape can turn your entire life upside down. The consequences of getting convicted in Oklahoma are most harsh: with this felony crime you might be imprisoned for the rest of your life, your career will likely be ruined, you will become a registered sex offender, and your family might abandon you. For this reason, you should take a rape charge very seriously and hire an experienced criminal defense attorney who can protect your rights and try to get you out of this… Read More
What Is Asset Forfeiture In A Criminal Case In Oklahoma?
Civil asset forfeiture, also known as property forfeiture, occurs when law enforcement confiscates property that is believed to be related to a crime. It shocks people to find out that the government will actively seek assets to seize in our state. Oklahoma has some of the harshest civil property laws in the country. That is, there is a relatively low bar for law enforcement in Oklahoma to seize and keep citizens’ assets. The reality is that in many forfeiture cases the government may not even bring charges… Read More
In Oklahoma, Is It A Shoplifting Crime For Failing To Scan What I Bought At A Retail Store?
In Oklahoma it is a Shoplifting Crime if you fail to scan merchandise at a retail store. Shoplift or larceny from a retailer is a far more common misdemeanor charge then many people realize. It’s a crime that ensnares people from all walks of life including professionals. It can even impact others who are normally unlikely to have involvement in this kind of activity. If you’re in Oklahoma and you’re wondering what exactly constitutes shoplifting and how it’s treated under the law, you’ll find some answers here…. Read More
How To Get Felony Expungement in Oklahoma
Understanding Section 18 Expungement in Oklahoma A person can get a felony expungement in Oklahoma but they must qualify. There are a few different kinds of expungements in Oklahoma. The must effective expungement that seals you criminal record is a section 18 expungement. This expungement is different than a deferred sentence expungement otherwise know as a 991C. In Oklahoma, Section 18 felony expungement in Oklahoma refers to a specific provision under the state’s expungement laws that allows individuals to seal certain criminal records from public view. Further,… Read More