Are Larceny Crimes in Oklahoma A Felony Or Misdemeanor?

Larceny Crimes in Oklahoma

Larceny Crimes in Oklahoma are serious crimes that could land a person in jail or with a criminal record. There are many types of larceny in Oklahoma. The offense could be considered either a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on what kind of larceny you are charged with. It is essential to understand precisely what classification of larceny you are being charged with. Because of the range of larceny offenses, your larceny charge could result in serious jail time.  How Is Larceny Defined In Oklahoma? In legal… Read More

What Are The Consequences Of Not Paying Traffic Tickets In Oklahoma?

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Not Paying Traffic Tickets In Oklahoma can make what was a difficult situation more painful. Getting pulled over when driving can be a stressful experience on its own. No one enjoys seeing the red and blue lights flashing behind their car. When you get a traffic ticket on top of being stopped by a police officer, you may not know how to proceed. Your traffic ticket will disclose whether you are required to go to court or pay a fine. An misdemeanor attorney can represent you in… Read More

What is DUI Marijuana in Tulsa?

DUI Marijuana in Tulsa

DUI Marijuana in Tulsa is a crime that happens more often then many people think. Driving under the influence of marijuana in Oklahoma is similar to driving under the influence of alcohol. This is because in either case, the driver is impaired. Among other things, someone who drives while high on weed might have a tough time paying attention to the road, a tough time seeing the road (e.g. judging distances), slower reaction time, and reduced coordination. They could endanger themselves and their passengers, other drivers and… Read More

DUI Trial in Tulsa

A DUI trial in Tulsa is not the same as drunk driving cases in most States. The great majority of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) cases in Oklahoma never go to trial, mostly because working with a knowledgeable DUI attorney can result in a positive outcome that might not involve a trial at all. This may also be because the DUI lawyer is able to work out alternative sentencing and probation deals that out weigh the consequences of a first time DUI charge. Whether you go to… Read More

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

Can I Get My Tulsa Shoplifting Charge Dismissed Or Reduced

Its not unusual that our criminal defense lawyers get your Tulsa shoplifting charge dismissed or reduced but there are things that must be done. Petit larceny in Oklahoma refers to all larceny that is not grand larceny. Shoplifting is charged as grand or petit larceny depending on the stolen merchandise value. The rub on how its charged is often times in what the prosecutor claims as the value of the merchandise. Negotiating For a Dismissal or Reduced Charge Witnesses often disappear and evidence gets lost as criminal… Read More

Whats a DUI Felony in Oklahoma?

DUI felony in Oklahoma is charged only after certain legal requirements are met. In Oklahoma, a large number of DUI cases are prosecuted as a misdemeanor. Although a misdemeanor is still a criminal offense that must not be taken lightly, you could sometimes face a more serious charge of a felony DUI if more aggravating circumstances were present at the time of your arrest. In either event the proof needed by the State to prove a felony DUI is the same as it is for a misdemeanor…. Read More

Oklahoma Felony DUI After McGirt Ruling

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Felony DUI after McGirt may be a thing of the past for Tribe members in Oklahoma. As many of us know the United States Supreme Court recently ruled on the now famous case of McGirt v. State of Oklahoma. The case dealt with major crimes committed by Tribe members that occurred on Tribal lands. The tribal lands in question encompass the majority of Northeast Oklahoma including Tulsa County. The gist of the argument is that most of Eastern Oklahoma remains part of Native American lands belonging to… Read More

Oklahoma DUI Felony Defined by a DUI Lawyer

 DUI crimes in Oklahoma are charged as either felony or misdemeanor offenses. In terms of the number of cases most DUI cases are misdemeanors. In terms of the severity of punishment a DUI felony in Oklahoma carries a much more severe sentence. Whether a DUI is charged as a felony or misdemeanor is very specific and is set out by Oklahoma criminal statutes.  Basically the number of times a persons been convicted of DUI and the severity of the DUI determine how its charged. Felony DUI Crimes… Read More

Embezzlement Lawyers in Tulsa

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Our embezzlement lawyers in Tulsa have seen many different circumstances leading up to this kind of crime. In February a small business owner pressed charges against its bookkeeper for embezzlement.  The business owner alleges the bookkeeper stole over $40,000 from the company through ATM withdrawals using the company card.  Of these, one withdrawal was for $17,000 at a casino.  The woman will face felony charges.  Other cases very much like this one involve business owners who employ others to manage their business affairs. Its not uncommon for… Read More