What Is Oklahoma Drug Court And What Are Some Requirements

Oklahoma Drug Court

Oklahoma Drug court is a specialized court program designed to help individuals with substance abuse issues by providing a combination of legal supervision, treatment, and support. The goal is to break the cycle of addiction and criminal behavior, ultimately helping participants reintegrate into society as productive, law-abiding citizens. Drug Courts in Oklahoma is a part of criminal defense reform programs’ that are designed to keep people out of prison. Applications To Drug Court in Oklahoma Not everyone is a candidate for drug court. It begins with an… Read More

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

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

Embezzlement Lawyers in Tulsa

Application to Revoke or Application to Accelerate

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

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

Threats by Phone

Bench Trial

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

Oklahoma’s Move Over Emergency Vehicle Law

Tulsa County Computer Crimes

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