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

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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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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Texting and Driving in Tulsa County

Tulsa County Texting and Driving Tickets is a fairly new ticket being issued by the Police in Oklahoma. In 2015, the Oklahoma Governor signed into effect Okla. HB 1965. This made Oklahoma the 46th state to ban texting and driving. The National Safety council reports some startling statistics about texting and driving. An estimated 25% of the annual 1.6 million car accidents are the result of texting. Further, approximately 330,000 injury accidents are due to texting each year. If you face texting while driving charges this article explains… Read More

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Defending Unauthorized Use of a Motorcycle in Tulsa

The unauthorized Use of a Motorcycle in Tulsa is crime that the State of Oklahoma seriusely prosecutes. As Motorcycles and riding in clubs are a common hobby in Oklahoma we’ve seen an increase is prosecution for the unauthorized use. This opens the door for more laws regarding their use. Motorcycles are clearly the two-wheel motorized bikes we are used to. However, they can also be a three-wheel vehicle, like the motorized trikes becoming popular. Further, the engine must be 150 cu. cm to legally be a “motorcycle”. … Read More

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Defending Threats by Phone in Tulsa

Threats by phone in Tulsa are still a common occurrence. In fact, an Oologah man was the recipient of threats in a recent call from ISIS recruiters. As in this case, callers can mask themselves under the OSBI’s number. He received a call in which the caller asked for money. When the man hung up, the caller called again and began saying he was from ISIS and wanted the man to join them or else he would hurt his family. The caller called a third time and repeated the… Read More

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Possession of a Stolen Vehicle in Oklahoma

Possession of a Stolen Vehicle in Oklahoma: As you can probably guess, possession of a stolen vehicle is a crime. Under 47 Okl.St.Ann. § 4-103, there must be certain factors present before the court can convict you on the charge. These include: – You must know the vehicle is stolen; – Have possession of the vehicle; and – You cannot have any legal grounds to have the vehicle. “Legal grounds” would be that you legitimately believe you bought the vehicle or the vehicle is yours and you… Read More

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Tulsa Criminal Lawyers Examine Violation of Protective Orders

Violation of Protective orders is a criminal offense. Protective Orders are intend to protect individuals from an abuser or potential aggressor. Commonly, after being served with a protective order, people often have questions about why. This means they will attempt contact with the supposed victim. However, this is violation a protective orders and could land the accused in jail. While protective orders are typical for situations involving domestic abuse or stalking, sometimes people attempt to use them for leverage in custody or divorce battles. If a protective… Read More

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Oklahoma Application to Revoke Sentence

An Oklahoma Application to Revoke probation is a serious problem. When a person is found guilty of a crime which did not result in a death, then they are eligible for a suspended sentence. This means, that a plea of guilty enters and the defendant must complete a set of tasks during a probationary period or otherwise face jail time. Many people complete the probationary period and are free to go. However, if you fail to complete them, then an Application to Revoke may file against you. What is… Read More

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