Soliciting prostitution in Tulsa is a criminal offense under Oklahoma law, and the penalties can be more serious than many people realize. Oklahoma treats both the offer to engage in prostitution and the actual act of prostitution as unlawful. In Tulsa, like elsewhere in Oklahoma, a solicitation charge can carry jail time, fines, community service, and long-term consequences that extend beyond the criminal penalties alone. Soliciting Prostitution Is Generally a Misdemeanor Under Oklahoma law, soliciting prostitution is most often charged as a misdemeanor offense. A solicitation charge typically arises when someone is… Read More

Lewd molestation is one of the most serious sex-crime charges prosecuted in Tulsa and throughout Oklahoma. It is a felony offense involving sexual contact with a minor and carries severe prison exposure and long-term consequences, including sex offender registration. Because the term “lewd molestation” can sound vague or broad, it is important to understand how Oklahoma law defines the offense and what the State must prove. How Oklahoma Law Defines Lewd Molestation Under Oklahoma law, lewd molestation generally involves knowingly and intentionally touching or feeling the body or private parts of… Read More