For those concerned with facing accusations of sexual assault, getting consent is a critical first step in any encounter. People are often told that they need to ensure that they have consent from their partner before proceeding. This is even true in relationships...
Criminal Defense
What happens if you refuse a Breathalyzer test in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma, like all the other states, ascribes to what is known as the “Implied Consent” statute. Basically, this statute states that by signing up for a driver’s license, you are automatically consenting to submit to a chemical test should law enforcement suspect that...
Can you avoid a perjury charge by saying you don’t recall?
Whether you’re providing testimony in a deposition, a hearing or during a trial, you’ll be under oath. That means intentionally lying can get you charged with perjury. Sometimes, witnesses think they’re being clever by saying they don’t recall certain things they’re...
What happens if you elude the police in Oklahoma?
You have probably watched high-speed car chase scenes in movies – and it can be fun. However, outrunning police only happens in movies. In real life, fleeing or “eluding the police” as it is known in Oklahoma is a serious offense with severe consequences. Besides the...
What does it mean when police see something “in plain view?”
Most people know that police can’t typically come into your home without permission, start going through drawers, closets and cabinets and taking things they believe are evidence of a crime. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides protections against...
Thinking about jumping bail? Think twice before you do.
Not many experiences are as unsettling as being locked up in jail. If you are charged with a crime, one of the decisions the court will consider is whether or not you can be released on bail while your case is being litigated. Of course, the decision to release you on...
What are the drawbacks of a plea deal?
If you are charged with a crime, you will face a number of choices. You may have the opportunity to enter a plea bargain. In general terms, this refers to some sort of a compromise between the prosecution and the defense where the accused person pleads guilty to a...
What’s the difference between assault and battery?
People are complicated creatures, and a simple disagreement with a neighbor or another patron in a bar can suddenly erupt into a full-blown argument – or a fight. Often, one or both parties involved can end up being charged with assault or battery (or both) after an...
Why actual physical control matters of the car matters in a DWI
If you're facing DWI charges, one thing to consider is whether or not you were in actual physical control of the vehicle. This is an element of DWI arrests that people are not always quite clear on. Officials may need to show that you were in control of the vehicle in...
Shoplifting is taken very seriously in Oklahoma
Shoplifting is often thought of as a harmless crime, but the truth is that shop owners suffer huge losses due to shoplifting every year. Stores lose thousands of dollars annually due to individuals shoplifting everything from bubblegum to designer blue jeans. Taking...