Oklahoma City Lawyer Blog
How Can I Be Charged with Burglary in Oklahoma?
In a first-degree burglary, you have to break into a home while someone is inside. Second-degree is breaking in when no one is at home. Read more »
Can I Be Put on the Sex Offender Registry for Crimes I’m Accused of in Oklahoma?
Depending on what you've been convicted of, there's some room on what obligations the state's going to want of you. Read more »
Do I Need a Good Reason to Divorce My Spouse in Oklahoma?
The quick answer is, no, you don't need any reason at all to divorce your spouse. Oklahoma doesn't want to force you to be with someone. Read more »
Crime Conviction Process Part V: What Types of Sentencing Are There in Oklahoma?
You can get a deferred sentence or a suspended sentence. Deferred is where the judge accepts your guilty plea but puts off sentencing. Read more »
Crime Conviction Process Part IV: What Are the Different Types of Criminal Trials in Oklahoma?
There is the bench trial and the jury trial. The bench trial is where the judge is the only decider. A jury trial will have a jury to decide. Read more »
Crime Conviction Process Part III: What Is a Pretrial Docket in Oklahoma?
You'll be put on what's called a pretrial docket, where you and your attorney appear, and you declare how you want to plea. Read more »
Crime Conviction Process Part II: What Is a Preliminary Hearing Conference in Oklahoma?
Your attorney is going to show up at this conference with the prosecutor to discuss your case. The prosecutor's going to offer plea bargains. Read more »
What Is the Process of Being Charged with a Crime in Oklahoma?
Once taken to jail, you're going to be what's called booked. That means you're put in jail and you are held there until you can be arraigned. Read more »
What Is a Felony as Opposed to a Misdemeanor in Oklahoma?
A misdemeanor is punishable by a maximum of a year in prison or a fine. A felony is a crime that is punishable by more than a year in prison. Read more »
Can I Get My “Class A” Offense Fine Reduced in Oklahoma City?
If you've been charged with aggravated speeding in Oklahoma, you may be facing serious consequences such as hefty fines, license points, and even jail time. It's crucial to understand the laws and potential penalties associated with this offense to protect your driving record and future. Consulting with a knowledgeable Oklahoma City traffic ticket attorney, like those at Wirth Law Office, can provide you with the guidance and advocacy you need to navigate the legal process effectively. Don't jeopardize your driving privileges – reach out for a consultation to discuss your case and explore your defense options today. Your future on the road is worth fighting for. Read more »
When Do I Need to Hire an Oklahoma Criminal Defense Attorney?
If you can bond out, most judges think you can pay for an attorney. That's where you're going to want to reach out to an attorney. Read more »
Should I Get a Divorce or Legally Separate from My Spouse in Oklahoma?
Once you're divorced, clearly you can go marry someone else. Separation carries all of the legal division, but you can't get married again. Read more »
How Difficult Is It to Be Convicted of a Crime in Oklahoma?
The state has to meet its highest burden possible in law to put you behind bars. Attorneys have to show enough evidence and be persuasive. Read more »What Do I Do When the Oklahoma Police Show Up with a Warrant?
It needs to be very clear when you answer the door that you don't consent to the search unless this warrant says what it says it does. Read more »
Defining Possession Of A Stolen Vehicle In Oklahoma City
Stealing a car is one thing and possession of a stolen car is another, but both are crimes in Oklahoma City. Being caught in possession of a stolen vehicle in Oklahoma can mean prison time. If you are facing charges for being in possession of a stolen vehicle, here is what you need to know […] Read more »What Oklahoma Law Says About Possession Of A Controlled Drug With Intent To Distribute
While laws have recently changed to make simple possession of drugs a misdemeanor in Oklahoma City, possession of a controlled drug with intent to distribute remains a serious crime in Oklahoma. Here is what you need to know about how the crime is prosecuted in Oklahoma City. What The Law Says It is unlawful for […] Read more »Facts About Driving Under Suspension Or Revocation In Oklahoma City
In Oklahoma, it is against the law to drive without a valid license. We all know that — yet, we are married to our cars. We use them daily to pick up kids and groceries, and to drive to work and home again. Sometimes, we take road trips when we want to get away from […] Read more »What You Need To Know About Possession Of A Firearm After Commission Of A Felony In Oklahoma City
The right to bear arms, though guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, does not provide an absolute right. That right is controlled to some extent by your actions. States can and do have the right to regulate the possession and carrying of firearms. Thus, there is a law against possession of a […] Read more »Defining Larceny Of An Automobile In Oklahoma City
Like all jurisdictions, Oklahoma City has laws on the books that prohibit auto theft. Here is what you need to know about what larceny of an automobile means in Oklahoma, how it is handled, and how to help yourself if you are facing charges. Defining Larceny Of An Automobile In Oklahoma City In Oklahoma, it […] Read more »What Are The Consequences For Child Abuse By Injury In Oklahoma City?
Unfortunately, child abuse by injury in Oklahoma happens, especially for families trapped in patterns of violence and abuse. The crime is considered a serious one in Oklahoma, which has a number of statutes regarding child abuse. Here is what you need to know about child abuse by injury in Oklahoma City. Child Abuse Defined Child […] Read more »How Can I Resolve a Charge of Uttering in Oklahoma City?
The crime of uttering in Oklahoma City rarely makes the headlines. As a result, few people know about the crime and what it entails. Yet, the crime occurs and is punished in nearly every jurisdiction. In essence, uttering a forged instrument occurs when a person knowingly publishes (utters) a forged or altered document, writing, or […] Read more »What Makes Something Domestic Assault and Battery in Oklahoma City?
Domestic assault and battery in Oklahoma is often a byproduct of troubled relationships. In many relationships, it can be part of a cyclical pattern of violence. Oklahoma is now taking domestic assault and battery cases more seriously. Penalties for domestic assault and battery are usually more severe than for assault and battery perpetrated against a […] Read more »What is Domestic Assault and Battery by Strangulation in Oklahoma City?
Unfortunately, domestic assault and battery can and does happen, most often in troubled relationships. It is often a cyclical pattern in troubled relationships. Domestic assault and battery by strangulation in Oklahoma is one form of this crime. Here is what you need to know about domestic assault and battery by strangulation in Oklahoma City. Domestic […] Read more »Defining Assault with a Dangerous Weapon in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma has a number of statutes that deal with various kinds and levels of assault and battery. If you are being charged with assault and battery in Oklahoma City, it is essential that you understand the nature of how assault and battery are handled in the state. Assault and battery with a dangerous weapon in […] Read more »Defining Possession of a Controlled Drug in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma’s New Drug Laws Once upon a time, Oklahoma had some of the strictest laws in the nation regarding illegal drug possession. But in 2017, Oklahoma passed new legislation making simple possession of a controlled drug a misdemeanor. However, violating other drug laws in Oklahoma, such as manufacturing, sale, and distribution, are still serious felonies. […] Read more »Is Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in Oklahoma Still a Crime?
Oklahoma has recently revised many of its drug laws, making them more lenient, especially simple possession of controlled dangerous substances. But possession of drug paraphernalia in Oklahoma City is still a crime. And it is often charged. Here is what you need to know about the crime and how it is handled in Oklahoma. What […] Read more »Facts About the Compulsory Education Act in Oklahoma
Every state in the United States has laws regarding the compulsory education of children. The Compulsory Education Act in Oklahoma is the legal instrument for the Sooner State. Education is mandatory for children. City, state, and federal officials have a vested interest in ensuring that children grow up with skills to live and work as […] Read more »What is Resisting an Officer in Oklahoma City Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma City Oklahoma, resisting an officer is legally defined as knowingly resisting — either through the use of force or violence — the action of any executive (law enforcement) officer in the performance of his or her duties. It is a misdemeanor in Oklahoma City. Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 268 Elements of the […] Read more »Understanding the Elements of Second-Degree Burglary in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma categorizes the crime of burglary into first and second degrees depending on the circumstances involved. Both are felonies, and both are considered serious crimes in Oklahoma City. However, there are real differences between the two crimes and understanding the elements of the crime will help you understand what defenses may be open to you […] Read more »What is Larceny of Merchandise from a Retailer in Oklahoma City?
Larceny of merchandise from a retailer is another way of describing shoplifting in Oklahoma City. Shoplifting is a crime of opportunity and people engage in it for varying reasons ranging from need to thrill. Like all jurisdictions, Oklahoma City has laws on the books to protect retailers from shoplifting. If you are facing charges for […] Read more »
