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How Can I Fight a Charge of Assault and Battery in Oklahoma City?
If you are being charged with assault and battery in Oklahoma City, you should understand how it is handled and then get help to mount a strong defense. Here is what you need to know. Assault and Battery in Oklahoma City Defined We hear the term “assault and battery” all the time on the news, […] Read more »Contesting a DUI Charge in Oklahoma City
We all know that drinking and driving is a bad idea. But it happens sometimes. Here is what you need to know about contesting a DUI charge in Oklahoma City. DUI: More Than Just Alcohol Ingesting any intoxicant, whether alcohol or drugs, and driving can land a person into serious trouble. Any substance that impairs […] Read more »How Can I Fight a Charge of Public Intoxication in Oklahoma?
We don’t think about the issue of public intoxication much when we go out on a Saturday night. But public intoxication in Oklahoma City is a crime, and it is prosecuted on a regular basis. Here is what you need to know about the crime and how it is handled in Oklahoma. Public intoxication is […] Read more »Examining the Crime of Obstructing an Officer in Oklahoma City
It seems that every time you turn on the news, there is a story of another police shooting. And while jurisdictions are now requiring that police officers wear body cameras in the performance of their duties, they are not required everywhere. As a result, many in the general public have taken to using their phones […] Read more »How is Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle Defined in Oklahoma City?
Unauthorized use of a vehicle in Oklahoma City can look like joyriding or theft. A car unlocked on a Saturday night. Keys in the ignition. You take the car without permission, maybe not intending to keep it, just to take it out for a bit — or maybe you do intend to keep it. Your […] Read more »Getting Your Charges Reduced In Oklahoma
If you have been charged with a crime, a skilled criminal defense attorney can often help you by getting your charges reduced under the following circumstances. Entering A Plea Bargain In Oklahoma As a criminal case progresses, often witnesses will disappear, evidence will be lost or new evidence will emerge that weakens the prosecutor’s case […] Read more »Sentences for Felonies in Oklahoma
Oklahoma divides criminal offenses into two general categories: misdemeanors and felonies. The primary difference between the categories is the severity of the sentence you will receive if convicted of the offense. What follows is a brief survey of the sentences for felonies in Oklahoma. Misdemeanors vs. Felonies in Oklahoma A misdemeanor crime is one for […] Read more »The Most Common Misdemeanors in Oklahoma City
Learn the most common misdemeanors in Oklahoma City and find out why you should always contact an attorney to defend even a first misdemeanor charge. Most Common Misdemeanors in Oklahoma City Misdemeanors are crimes for which the punishment ranges from a deferred or suspended sentence to one year in a county jail. Examples of the most […] Read more »An Overview of Drug Crimes in Oklahoma
Both federal and state laws regulate the possession of controlled substances in Oklahoma. Fundamentally, Oklahoma drug laws mirror federal drug laws, which are governed by the Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. §801 et. seq. Read on to learn more about drug crimes in Oklahoma. The Controlled Substances Act The Controlled Substances Act categorizes drugs into […] Read more »Legal Issues Prior to Marriage in Oklahoma City
You get engaged but eventually call off the wedding. Do you get the engagement ring back? Are you already married? If your marriage is eventually dissolved, what happens to the the things you owned prior to getting married? Find out how Oklahoma handles some of the common legal issues that arise prior to marriage in […] Read more »Can I Get a DUI For Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana in Oklahoma City?
Many states have legalized the use of marijuana in some form or another. Accepted usage in these states ranges from medical purposes only to the legal possession of small quantities for recreational use. In Oklahoma, however, the possession, distribution or sale of marijuana remains strictly illegal. Its legality aside, many drivers are concerned about the […] Read more »You Have Been Charged with a Misdemeanor--What Happens Now?
Read here to learn what happens when you are charged with a misdemeanor crime in Oklahoma City. What happens after you are charged with a misdemeanor in Oklahoma, City? Crimes in Oklahoma are broken down into two categories, the most serious are felonies, the penalty for which may include a period of incarceration in a […] Read more »4 Ways to Avoid Probate In Oklahoma City
Probate can be expensive and time consuming for those who survive your death and will inherit your estate. However, there are a number of steps you can take now to insure that the bulk of your estate passes on directly to your decedents without the expense and complications of going through probate. Here is a […] Read more »The 4 Elements of a Personal Injury Case in Oklahoma City
When you are injured by another person’s negligent behavior, you have the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit in order to be compensated by the responsible party for any injuries and financial losses they caused you to suffer. However, in order to succeed in a personal injury lawsuit, your case must possess four essential […] Read more »Understanding Divorce in Oklahoma City
Divorce, or the “dissolution of marriage,” is the usual way Oklahomans end their marriages. The dissolution of a valid marriage entails meeting certain statutory requirements and making certain arrangements pertaining to how marital property is to be divided, as well as how child support, alimony and child custody are to be allocated. For a general […] Read more »Defense Strategies for Drug Crimes in Oklahoma City
If you are charged with drug crimes in Oklahoma City, you may be able to successfully defend the charges if you have an experienced attorney on your side. Read more to to find out about defense strategies for drug crimes in Oklahoma City. Drug Charges in Oklahoma City Oklahoma has some of the stiffest penalties […] Read more »DUI Charges in Oklahoma City Explained
In Oklahoma, DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence, while DWI stands for Driving While Impaired. Read further for a brief explanation of the difference between the two and for a general explanation of DUI charges in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. DUI Charges in Oklahoma City In Oklahoma, like all other states of the country, it […] Read more »
