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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How Long Does a Divorce Take in OKC

How Long Does a Divorce Take

How Long Does a Divorce Take in OKC in most cases depends on the people getting the divorce. Unfortunately, there is not a set length of time.  It has variables and also depends on the type of dissolution of marriage you seek.  Uncontested, Contested, and those with Minor Children are all types of divorce.  This […]

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Moving a Child After Divorce

Mediation and Lawsuits

Moving a child after divorce requires that you’re aware of a few things. After a divorce, some people may want to relocate to be closer to family or pursue a job opportunity.  However, having a child makes a big difference in this opportunity.  The other parent may fight against this move.  As a result, relocating […]

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Oklahoma Charitable Donations in Estate Planning

Civil Trial

Many Oklahoman’s use charitable donations in Estate Planning to accomplish their goals. Often times when a person is creating an estate plan, they consider the idea of gifting money or assets to charity upon their passing.  About 16M Americans leave some kind of bequest in their last will and testament for charities.  If you would […]

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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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Employment Visa Explanations by an Attorney

Employment Visa

The United States allows non-citizens who are working and living in the country to enjoy employment visa protections.  However, there are multiple designations which require differing visas.  We summarize these below: Employment Visa Status and Immigrants The State Department provides three types of employment visa services:  H-1B, H-2, and H-3.  This makes immigrants working in […]

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At Work Burn Injuries in Oklahoma

Terminate A Contractor

At Work Burn Injuries in Oklahoma happen all the time. In November of 217, a Durant man suffered serious burn injuries while working.  The Durant City Hall is undergoing some construction work.  During this work a man in a lift became surrounded by power lines while working on some bricks.  He backed away from two […]

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Oklahoma Comparative Negligence Doctrine

Oklahoma Comparative Negligence

The Oklahoma Comparative Negligence doctrine can impact the outcome of your personal injury claim. Oklahoma’s Highway and Safety Office reports approximately 120,000 to 130,000 car wrecks each year.  Nearly a quarter of these wrecks occur in the Northeastern part of the state.  Unfortunately you may find yourself being a wreck in this statistic.  It’s normal […]

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