Felonies eligible for expungement will vary based on the severity. Oklahoma law allows for the expungement of certain felonies under very specific conditions. Having a felony conviction on your record can severely limit your opportunities, affecting your ability to find employment, secure housing, and restore certain civil rights. Expungement effectively erases the conviction from public […]
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Oklahoma City Expungement Attorneys
Expungements in Oklahoma City may seem challenging, but they don’t have to be. Many people make mistakes early in their lives that cost them legally. These are often offenses our clients will approach us with for help with an expungement. Expungements can help restore firearm rights, career opportunities, and even certain housing eligibility. If you […]
Possession of a Firearm After a Felony Conviction
Possession of a firearm after a felony conviction is not allowed. Many gun enthusiasts know that Oklahoma’s constitution, as well as the Bill of Rights, provides the right to bear arms. However, the state legislature has the ability to regulate the “carrying of weapons” under the Oklahoma Constitution too. So, the ability for the state […]
Eluding The Police in Oklahoma City
Eluding the police is a serious criminal offense in Oklahoma. This crime involves intentionally attempting to evade law enforcement officers who are signaling a driver to stop. The consequences of eluding the police can be severe, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the circumstances of the incident. Legal Definition of Eluding the Police Title […]
Interfering With an Emergency Call
Interfering with an Emergency Call often occurs in assault and battery crimes. Take for example the recent situation in Oklahoma City where a man was abusing his wife and blocked her from making calls to 911. The man was convicted on a Monday of abuse and interfering with an emergency call. On Wednesday, the man […]
Rape Convictions in Oklahoma City
Rape Convictions in Oklahoma City are serious and happen more than people realize. Recently, Oklahoma City is making top lists for violent cities. In fact, you have a 1 in 22 chance of becoming a crime victim in Oklahoma City. This is 36% higher than the average for the rest of the state. Further, in […]
Stalking Crimes Explained by OKC Attorneys
Stalking is a crime that can occur against anyone. However, the majority of victims are women. Stalkers usually act on one of several emotions based on a real or imagined relationship with the victim. These include: extreme jealousy, need for control and contact, rage, and/or complete obsession. Stalkers generally spend an inordinate amount of time […]
Homicide Crimes in OKC
Homicide crimes in Oklahoma have been steadily climbing over the last few years. In 2014 Oklahoma was the 10th most violent state in the U.S. and in 2016 homicides hit a decade high. As a result, many courts have started taking homicide crimes even more seriously than before. This article will explain the elements of […]
Second Degree Murder Charges in OKC
An Oklahoma City woman is facing charges on second degree murder after providing her daughter’s boyfriend with a Fentanyl patch, resulting in his overdose. The DA was able to charge her with second degree murder because she acted in a way that was “reckless” and “disregarded human life” due to the potential of death. Some […]
Assault and Battery on a Police Officer
Most Oklahomans know that committing assault and battery on a police officer is worse than a civilian assault and battery charge. However, not everyone knows the crime is a felony. Further, police officers, sheriffs, OHP troopers, and even Game Wardens fall under this protection—if they are in the line of duty. Let us explain more […]