What Felonies Are Eligible for Expungement?

Felonies Eligible for Expungement

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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What is the Bankruptcy Process in Oklahoma City?

Bankruptcy Process

The bankruptcy process in Oklahoma City can be confusing, but you have options. Filing for bankruptcy involves several steps that help individuals or businesses address their financial difficulties under the protection of the federal bankruptcy court. Here, we’ll break down the different steps as well as what to expect in each. Bankruptcy Process in OKC […]

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Can I Expunge a Juvenile Record in Oklahoma City?

Pardons and Expungements

It is possible to expunge a juvenile record in Oklahoma. Expungement of a juvenile record can help you move forward without the burden of past mistakes affecting your future opportunities. Oklahoma law provides specific provisions for the expungement of juvenile records under certain conditions. Here’s a detailed guide on how the process works and the […]

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Oklahoma City Expungement Attorneys

expungements in Oklahoma City

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 […]

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Possession of a Firearm After a Felony Conviction

Possession of a Firearm

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 […]

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Eluding The Police in Oklahoma City

Eluding the police in OKC

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 […]

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Interfering With an Emergency Call

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 […]

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Gender Preference in Child Custody Cases

How Long Does a Divorce Take

Gender Preference in Child Custody cases is an important aspect of family law in Oklahoma.  It’s a legal rumor that mothers always get custody of their children.  In the past, certain doctrines have preferred the mother.  However, fathers who assert their rights can receive custody as well.  In fact, courts have explicitly made a move […]

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Grandchildren Inheritance in Estate Planning

Grandchildren Inheritance

Grandchildren Inheritance is an important issue in many Estate Plans. In Oklahoma if you don’t provide a will or some sort of estate plan, your estate will go into probate as intestate.  This means that the court will divide and distribute the assets according to the state succession laws.  In other words, this could exclude […]

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Rape Convictions in Oklahoma City

Expungement and Pardon

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 […]

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