Defining Homicide Crimes in Oklahoma

Homicide Crimes in Oklahoma in divided by degree. People generally think of homicide in terms of a person intricately planning the death of another or causing a death during a crime. For instance, a person taking a hit out on their spouse for insurance money or someone planning the assassination of a public official are both homicide. On the other hand, a person who kills someone while robbing a house is also a homicide. However, it encompasses much more than simply a plot to kill or death… Read More

Defending Tulsa County Rape Charges

When Defending Tulsa County Rape Charges you need to understand the severity of the crime. Over 300,000 people are victims of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States. This means 1 in 6 women are victims of the crime in a lifetime. Further, the average age of victimization is 19-24. This age group can experience rates three to four times higher than the average woman outside of those ages. As a result, the law takes rape charges very seriously. This article will explain more… Read More

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Oklahoma Stalking Crimes

Oklahoma Stalking crimes, like most States, require that certain elements of the crime are met before there can be a conviction for a stalking crime. A Tulsa metro area woman recently logged a stalking complaint against a man. The 25 yr old offender met the women while working for a tree service. He then repeatedly showed up at her home proclaiming his love for her. The woman told him not to come back, but the man did not listen. Eventually he showed up with a gun. The woman… Read More

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First-Degree Murder Charges

Tulsa First-Degree murder charges are some of the most serious crimes a person can face. The range of sentencing includes life in prison and, if the State finds aggravating circumstances, even the death penalty. Recently, an Oklahoma City woman shot two people after an altercation over a PlayStation gaming console. The woman was on the run for a month before being caught. While the murders were not pre-planned, they did occur during a felony. This article will explain more about why this is a first-degree murder charge… Read More

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Kidnapping Criminal Charges Explained

Kidnapping criminal charges in Tulsa Oklahoma are difficult cases and are charged as felonies. In October of 2017, an Oklahoma man was charged with kidnapping, rape, and other crimes after his step-daughter reported to authorities he had held her captive for 19 years. The man fathered 9 children with her. He even forced his son to perform a wedding ceremony in a van while in Wagoner. The man took the woman from school when she was 11 and has been on the run with her throughout Oklahoma, Texas, and… Read More

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Immigration and Criminal Convictions

Immigration and criminal convictions or charges often end up with ICE holds. Immigration and Deportation are hot topics in the American mainstream today. With all of the social and political roiling, some people may be asking the question: What affect do criminal convictions have on immigration? There are many different aspects to immigration and criminal convictions that could affect you or a loved one living in the US on immigrant status. Immigration and Criminal Convictions Causing Deportation: Criminal convictions are a major problem for any immigrant or… Read More

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Oklahoma’s Move Over Emergency Vehicle Law

The Oklahoma’s Move Over Emergency Vehicle Law is serious and could cost you points on your drivers license. All emergency vehicles have the right-of-way when they are in performance of their duties. See 47 Okl.Stat.Ann. §11-405 for the exact language. Essentially this provides two separate options for how you should act upon approach of an emergency vehicle. Move Over Emergency Vehicle Law Reviewed If an emergency vehicle is approaching you—with lights, sirens, or other emergency signals—then you should pull over to the right hand side of the… Read More

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Tulsa County Child Abuse Charges

Domestic Violence: Basic Elements Tulsa County Child Abuse Charges and Domestic Violence have only a few requirements to meet for a court to be able to convict. First there must be some type of assault and/or battery. But the target of the assault or battery must fall into one of these categories: someone you are or have dated, a family member, or a co-parent. You can find this under 21 O.S. § 644(c). If the state cannot prove one of these elements, then it is likely you will… Read More

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Oklahoma Manslaughter Crimes

Oklahoma Manslaughter Crimes are very serious criminal charges. If you are facing these charges, it is useful to understand the nature of these crimes and what you may face if receiving a conviction. This article will explain more about such circumstances and what you can do about it. First Degree and Second Degree Manslaughter: Oklahoma defines manslaughter under Title 21 § 74-711 & 716. Both first and second degree involve unintentional killing of another person. First degree falls under § 711. This includes the killing of someone… Read More

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Oklahoma Peeping Tom Criminal Charges Explained

Oklahoma Peeping Tom criminal charges require that certain elements be present for peeping tom charges to stick. Without these elements, the State cannot convict you of being a peeping tom. These are under Okla. Stat. tit. 21 §1171. They include: – waiting or hiding – near another’s private dwelling or where privacy is expected (i.e. dressing room) -intending to secretly watch or view the victim. Basically, if you are watching a person who is expecting privacy and does not know you are watching, then you are committing… Read More

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