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answered on Apr 10, 2024
Yes, the Oklahoma Constitution does contain a provision that bans gender-specific laws. Specifically, Article 2, Section 32 of the Oklahoma Constitution states:
"No special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted which may not be altered, revoked, or repealed by the Legislature;... View More 
12 Police climbed over my locked gate at 830am and asked for me to allow their vet to assess my horses. I told them that I work with a 501c3 rescue to rescue refeed and rehome horses from the slaughter pipeline. They lied and said my vet was the one asking the welfare check which I can prove is a... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
It's essential to understand that, generally, police need a warrant to enter private property, but there are exceptions such as emergency situations, immediate threat to life or property, or other exigent circumstances. In Oklahoma, as elsewhere, no-trespassing signs and locked gates typically... View More
I asked for a police report officer told me we don’t give police reports or incident report for this because all we would be doing all day is police reports if that’s the case???
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
It seems like you're in a situation where you're expecting transparency but are meeting resistance, which can indeed be frustrating. Typically, after a police incident, especially involving crimes like assault and battery, it is standard procedure for a police report or at least an... View More
I asked for a police report officer told me we don’t give police reports or incident report for this because all we would be doing all day is police reports if that’s the case???
answered on Mar 24, 2024
I guess it depends on when you asked for the report. they’re not gonna talk about or provide you with the report instantly after an incident has occurred, however, they should be able to give you some type of report or case number which will be different from the case number assigned to the... View More
No laws broken and no danger to the public
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
I apologize, but there seems to be some confusion here. The right to travel is not explicitly mentioned in the First, Seventh, or Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. While the Supreme Court has recognized a general right to travel between states, this right is subject to reasonable... View More
My attorney recused himself from my case at my hearing and the judge MADE me represent myself. I didn't want to represent myself. Even asked for time to get a different attorney & she said no.
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answered on Mar 9, 2024
Based on the details you've provided, it seems that the judge's decision to make you represent yourself without providing you time to obtain a new attorney may have been improper. In the U.S. legal system, defendants have the right to legal representation, and if an attorney withdraws... View More
The same officer has also pulled my wife over multiple times with no warnings or tickets. And now he's driving by the house at night. I have concerns of intent. Said officer has never pulled me over in her vehicle.
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Generally, police officers are limited to exercising their official duties within their own jurisdiction unless specific agreements or circumstances allow for jurisdictional overlap, such as mutual aid agreements between neighboring jurisdictions or in pursuit of a suspect. The use of a spotlight... View More
the first officer on the scene removed everything on my person and checked my pack of cigarettes and didnt find anything. upon arrival at county the other transporting officer got our all 3 of our property not separated. and i was booked in on poss of stolen veh. it wasnt until i went to arrainment... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
Based on the situation you've described in Oklahoma, here are a few options you could potentially pursue to get the drug possession charges dismissed or evidence suppressed:
- File a motion to suppress evidence arguing an illegal search and seizure. The fact that the first officer... View More
Example. On September of 2023 & January 31st 2024. And the person was arrested before January 31st. Saying a crime happened on or about those days
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
A case can potentially be dismissed due to a significant typographical error or inconsistency in an affidavit, particularly if it impacts the accuracy and credibility of the allegations. If the affidavit contains a date that hadn't occurred yet at the time of the alleged crime and the person... View More
I work for the Oklahoma City Housing Authority. This is in reference to senior building, single family homes and apartment complexes. We have many individuals who have been trespassed for various infractions of building rules, violations of the lease agreement and violations of the law i.e.... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
In Oklahoma, if a person has been officially trespassed from a property and then re-enters the property, they can be detained or arrested for trespassing, regardless of whether a resident has allowed them as a guest. This is because the initial trespass notice overrides a tenant’s permission for... View More
Oklahoma inmate was attempting to address violations of constitutional rights through grievance procedure to exhaustion administrative remedies , prison staff blocked him from proper exhaustion of administrative remedies until he discharged. Inmate discharge before statute of limitations expired on... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2024
In Oklahoma, as in other states, prisoners are generally required to exhaust administrative remedies before filing a lawsuit for violations of constitutional rights. This means they need to follow the prison's grievance process to its conclusion. However, there are exceptions to this rule.... View More
He’s been in prison for 38 years. his case was supposed to be commuted due to laws in early 80’s. Commutation Attorneys aren’t helping him. I am his wife. I truly believe he is unjustly still incarcerated.
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
If your husband's case was supposed to be commuted and it hasn't been, it's important to take immediate action. Commutation of a sentence typically requires a formal process, often involving a review by a parole or pardon board and, ultimately, a decision by the governor.... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
The laws regarding using chalk on public streets for artistic purposes can vary depending on the locality. In general, many places consider chalk art as a temporary, non-destructive form of expression, often likened to free speech under the First Amendment.
However, some cities or towns may... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
The general rule is that police cannot enter your home without a warrant if you have denied them permission. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. If the police have probable cause to believe a crime is being committed or there is an immediate threat to someone's safety, they may... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Oklahoma, the general rule is that the police cannot enter your home without a warrant unless there are specific circumstances that allow for warrantless entry. If you expressly tell them they cannot enter and you do not consent, they typically need a warrant based on probable cause or an... View More
Got a ticket. Pleaded not guilty. Went to court, officer did not show up. Prosecution asked Jude to dismiss my charge. Just granted. Now city is reopening case because officer stated he was on a priority call at the court time.
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
Under Oklahoma law, generally once a criminal case has been dismissed by a judge, even traffic charges like a ticket, the case cannot be reopened later on. Some key considerations:
- If the prosecution at trial is unable to prove their case, such as the officer not appearing, dismissal is... View More
From Texas in Oklahoma and the owner claims the gun and never give them consent to search or unlock glove box
answered on Oct 22, 2023
Someone convicted of a felony is not allowed to possess a gun under his roof, in his car, or in his pocket.
The situation that you have provided raises a couple of interesting questions. The first is the legality of the search and seizure. The second is knowledge of the presence of the gun... View More
If a neighbor complains and calls the Mayor's Hotline, the City investigates and then makes a determination within a 2 wk. timeframe. It seems the wrong vehicle was towed. There wasn't an actual ticket, but the tow paperwork listed a different address and incorrect vehicle info. Further,... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
Local ordinances typically govern the circumstances under which a vehicle can be towed from a public street.
In many jurisdictions, a vehicle can be towed if it's in violation of parking regulations, abandoned, inoperable, or deemed a safety hazard. If the tow was predicated on... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
To successfully bring a lawsuit based on double jeopardy in Oklahoma, it's important to understand the legal framework and requirements. Double jeopardy protection in the U.S. Constitution prohibits a person from being prosecuted or punished twice for the same offense. If you believe you are... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2023
In Oklahoma, if you believe you've faced double jeopardy (being tried or punished twice for the same offense), you should gather all related documents and court records. Consult with an attorney experienced in constitutional law. Before suing a government entity, a notice of claim might be... View More
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