False impersonation in Oklahoma is charged as felony. We have all been in a position to sign another person’s name on a contract or some sort of official document.  Even simply writing your spouse’s name on a check or contract can lead to trouble.  While it may seem harmless, this can be one of many forms of false impersonation in Oklahoma.  Other forms include:  falsely presenting oneself in a marriage, falsely representing oneself before a bail officer or court, and acting in a way to make the… Read More

Harboring a fugitive is not an outdated crime that only exists in movies and crime novels.  It is a real occurrence and still happens here in Oklahoma.  For example, in the 1986 Oklahoma case of Shockley v. State a father refused to allow police to speak with his 15 year old son, who was suspected of murder.  He then helped his son attempt to flee by providing him with a vehicle and cash.  The father received a seven year prison sentence and the label of felon for… Read More

Leaving the scene of an accident is illegal in Oklahoma.  However, we all know the stories.  Someone hits another vehicle, or in some cases a pedestrian, and flees the scene.  Whether fleeing the scene because of shock or in an attempt to avoid punishment, let us help.  Conversely, if you have been the victim of a hit-and-run, we are also here to help. What “Leaving the Scene of an Accident” Means: When an accident occurs, the people involved have several obligations under Oklahoma Statute 47 §10-104.  First… Read More

Tulsa Larceny From a Retailer Charges also referred to as Shoplifting is a major problem in retail stores.  Moreover, many people would be surprised to know that 75% of shoplifters are adults.  The National Association for Shoplifting Prevention estimates approximately $13 billion in annual shoplifting losses.  In Oklahoma alone, over 70,000 petty thefts occurred in 2015.  Stolen items include a variety of things from electronics and clothes to kitchen mixers.  Thus, if you find yourself facing charges on shoplifting or petty theft you need a lawyer with the… Read More

The Tulsa criminal defense attorneys at our law firm take criminal charges against you seriously. If you’ve been arrested and your freedom is at stake get in front of your charges. A criminal charge could lead to the loss of your liberty, fines , costs and also a criminal record that haunts you. At Tulsa Criminal Lawyers Law Firm we represent clients charged with a wide rage of criminal charges in Tulsa. Below is a brief overview of some of those crimes. Felony Criminal Defense: Receiving charges… Read More