DUI Punishment in Tulsa Oklahoma depends on many factors. What is the penalty for driving under the influence (“DUI”) in Oklahoma? Will I go to jail or lose my license? Should I hire a Tulsa DUI attorney if I have been arrested? These are some of the questions that might be on your mind if you find yourself on the wrong side of the law in Oklahoma for an alcohol-related or drug-related driving offense. Here’s more on the DUI laws in Oklahoma and what you could do… Read More
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Animal Cruelty Crimes in Oklahoma
Animal Cruelty Crimes in Oklahoma are serious and many times over charged by the District Attorney in Tulsa. Mistreatment of animals is a sad reality of life but be careful the emotions of the Police can cloud what they thinks a crimes and whats not. Fortunately Oklahoma has made laws that aim to protect animals and to convict someone they have to meet the elements of the crime. These laws also dole out some serious penalties. Title 21 O.S.§1685 makes it a felony to willfully or maliciously harm… Read More
Domestic Abuse Crimes in Tulsa Oklahoma
Domestic abuse crimes in Tulsa mirror many of the cases found throughout Oklahoma. Its a crime that occurs most often in the context of partners fighting or otherwise causing harm to each other. The crime can be enhanced depending on the degree of injury or if it was done in the presence of a minor child. The Courts in Oklahoma prosecute people charged with the crime and usually seek maximum sentences under the law. Currently the State of Oklahoma is caught between two different beliefs. One belief… Read More
Oklahoma Drivers License and DUI Laws
New Oklahoma Drivers License and DUI Laws are now in place. As of November 1, 2019, the laws regarding driver’s license requirements for those who have been arrested and charged with a DUI have changed. The new changes are significant and can make a huge difference for anyone who has been arrested. It is important for those who are arrested to understand the changes to the laws and the options they have available to them. Previous Laws for DUI and Driver’s Licenses There are two different times… Read More
New Expungement Laws in Oklahoma
The New Expungement Laws in Oklahoma make sealing your criminal record much easier. For those who have a criminal record in Oklahoma, the new changes to expungement laws taking effect November 2019 come as good news indeed. While there are still limitations on who is eligible and what records can be expunged, it is now possible for many more people to have their criminal records expunged. This leads the way to many benefits, like being able to find a higher paying job because there is no longer… Read More
Bail Bond Process in Federal Courts Explained by Tulsa Criminal Lawyer
The Bail Bond Process in Federal Courts is totally different than in Oklahoma District Court. While many people are familiar with the basics of bail and bonds when it comes to state criminal charges, the process for a federal criminal charge is very different. The federal court process is far more complicated than the state process, so those who are arrested and charged with a federal crime will want to understand what they will be facing and speak with a lawyer to get help right away. This… Read More
Application to Revoke
An Application to Revoke is very serious. If you’ve been charged with a crime in Oklahoma you know how difficult the process is. Not only have you been facing potential jail time you’ve had to pay fines costs and report to a probation officer. An Application to Revoke in Tulsa County is filed by the District Attorney with the clerk of the court you were sentenced at.If this is you hire an experienced criminal attorneys for help If you were sentenced in Tulsa this would be the… Read More
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Expungement Seals Your Criminal Record in Tulsa Oklahoma
Oklahoma Expungement Seals your Criminal Record as if the crime never happened. Having your name in court records for a felony or misdemeanor can be troubling and inconvenient in various aspects of life: applying for a new job, seeking educational opportunities, renting or buying a home, or passing background checks. In addition, having your brush with the law available to the public eye can interfere with your personal relationships and reputation. In Oklahoma, the process of expungement can remove or change a court record of a criminal… Read More
Oklahoma Harboring a Fugitive Crimes
Oklahoma Harboring a Fugitive Crimes involve people who in many circumstances get cough up in a crime they didn’t intend to commit. When people think about harboring a fugitive, they often think of movies or old stories. For example, Matt Damon’s character in The Bourne Series is a constant fugitive. Thus, anyone giving him a place to stay is harboring a fugitive. But, in real life, harboring a fugitive is more common than you might think. Take an OKC woman who is currently facing harboring a fugitive… Read More
Threats by Phone
In Oklahoma City, a man faces charges on threats by phone after becoming irate over his employment. The man, Devilion Jackson, became enraged when the temp agency he worked for suspended him over a workplace incident. During the phone call, Mr. Jackson threatened the agency and their employees. He later sent text messages saying he would “kill every worker at every branch” and planned on “blowing up both businesses” on the next day. These threats by phone, among other things, are pending felony charges. Threats by Phone,… Read More