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I was released from jail 2 weeks ago on probation and I looked at my record online and a week ago they posted temporary commitment with sheriff's return. Does that mean I'm going back to jail? I don't think I violated anything. This is my first time ever being in trouble so I'm... View More 
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answered on May 20, 2020
A temporary commitment is a document used by the courts to communicate information about a defendant/inmate in the custody of the Sheriff's Department (at the county jail). It is used by the court when it adjusts a bond amount for someone in custody, when the judge orders someone into... View More
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answered on May 7, 2020
Doing a quick cursory search of the statutes providing for the licensure of plumbing apprentices, journeymen, and contractors in Oklahoma, there does not appear to be a provision prohibiting convicted felons from holding such licenses. Further, the regulations of the Construction Industries Board... View More
It was entered on odcr.com regarding my girlfriends felony Dui-d case. Also ORAS was on there.
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answered on May 5, 2020
It appears that an amended order was filed, likely setting or resetting certain hearings (possibly due to COVID-19 and the Oklahoma Supreme Court's administrative orders pertaining to cases currently scheduled through May 15). ORAS often is used in criminal cases to refer to the Ohio Risk... View More
My ex step son lived there at the time & obviously hooked the cable up illegally. The property is owned by my ex mother in law. How can they charge me with it?
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answered on May 5, 2020
Unfortunately, the State can charge you with a crime while only having probable cause that a crime was committed and that you committed it. The State filed an Information to charge you, and often you will find a probable cause affidavit filed in support. Both documents should provide you with what... View More
An informant said that I had some guns in 2018 the police wrote it down as 2020 In his information to the judge to get the affidavit for a warrant the windows also gave me a wrong address for the year 2018 the paperwork never stays 2020 but that’s with the officer wrote down in his work to the... View More
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answered on May 5, 2020
It sounds like you have some factual details to dispute in defense of a criminal charge or possibly in a civil rights lawsuit. However, with the limited information and without the ability to review the documents, it would be extremely difficult for an attorney on an online forum to provide you... View More
My boyfriend was given a 13 year sentence over a year ago. Since being incarcerated the laws have changed and 2 of his charges are now misdemeanors and the other 2 carry a max sentence of 10 years. What does he need to do to get a one year case review in front of a judge? Is there anyway to get his... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2020
If he is going to seek a judicial sentence modification, I strongly recommend he do so with the assistance of an attorney. While he does not have to have an attorney to file the motion, having an attorney will increase the chances of the motion being taken seriously and increase the odds that the... View More
Charges are possession of controlled substance with intent to distribute. Client is worried additional charges may be applied as well.
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answered on Apr 25, 2020
Yes. On occasion someone might hire two lawyers for the same case. It may not be warranted in the case you describe, but it is possible to do. If the case is likely to go to trial, having a second attorney present to help spot issues for appeal and to assist the other attorney is definitely a good... View More
Car is financed
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answered on Apr 20, 2020
The reason the car was impounded could impact the steps you take next. The police could have a hold on it for a variety of reasons (suspicion of it being stolen, need to process it as evidence, considering filing a forfeiture action against it, etc.). If the vehicle was impounded and you were... View More
Can I have a case against the police department
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answered on Apr 19, 2020
The question you present is not one that can simply be answered on a forum such as this. If you were arrested and no charges were filed, you could contact a civil rights attorney to review your case. If you were charged, you should hire (if you have not done so already) a criminal defense... View More
Im on a suspended sentence in Oklahoma. 2 years supervision through department of corrections. So I pay 40$ a month to them but then the courts are also making me pay a da supervision fee under 991 fees. Doesn't sound legal to have to pay two enteties for the same thing according to what I... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2020
You are correct about that. It isn't right, but the courts and the legislature have not stopped it from occurring. If you cannot afford to make the payments there are a few options. DOC is fairly good about reducing or waiving supervision fees payable to DOC, if you can establish that you... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2020
Contact the entity that would have taken the mug shot and find out if they still have it. If the entity still has it, ask that entity how you go about requesting a copy. Oklahoma law enforcement entities (state and local) will provide it to you (if they still have it) pursuant to the Oklahoma... View More
Does that mean I'm not a felon?
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answered on Apr 10, 2020
I agree with Mr. Tiernan. You are not a convicted felon, and great job! However, you should be aware that if your deferred sentence was for a crime under the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act, there can be a lingering impact of your deferred sentence for certain purposes. What it says... View More
The attorneys name was Bob Moore who passed away was just wondering what is going to happen at my next court date
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answered on Apr 1, 2020
You can either begin now in finding a new attorney on your own or contact the Oklahoma Bar Association. Often times (I don't know about this one), the Bar Association can identify a group of attorneys who are assisting in helping clients of attorneys who suddenly can no longer practice law. I... View More
My sister was arrested by the white horse police at Newcastle casino in October she was in possession of 20 grams of meth and was charged with felony trafficking does the change in law affect her case
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answered on Apr 1, 2020
In Oklahoma, the difference between simple possession of drugs and the trafficking of drugs is the weight of the drugs. Trafficking of meth is the possession of 20 grams or more of meth. Between simple possession and trafficking is possession with intent to distribute. Possession with intent to... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2020
Assuming the value of what has been alleged to have been stolen exceeds $1000, then the range of punishment for a Grand Larceny AFCF (with one prior or with two or more priors with none of them being a felony enumerated in Title 57, Section 571) is 0 to 10 years. Grand Larceny AFCF (with two... View More
Wondering if the other one's like Concealing stolen property or burglary 2 retroactive also as of Nov 1st 2019
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answered on Mar 19, 2020
There is a misconception that the Possession of CDS law was made retroactive. Instead of doing that, the Legislature enacted a law providing relief to individuals currently serving a sentence for a crime that occurred before the crime became a misdemeanor. The law made them eligible for... View More
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answered on Dec 13, 2019
It depends. Registration (violent registration and sex offender registration) issues are reliant upon case-specific facts and often prior versions of statute still apply to specific individuals. Therefore, there is no way to provide a simple yes or no answer to your question. There are... View More
Such as school or home alone if they don’t have ever exigency circumstances
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answered on Dec 13, 2019
The short answer to your question is yes. DHS can visit with a child without parental consent when a parent (or person responsible for the child's health, safety, or welfare) is not present. That interview can occur at the child's school. If they do conduct an interview with a child at... View More
The writer began by saying that appellate courts read a lot of writing and unfortunately they read a lot of poor writing. The article cited some cases in which lawyers tried to win their cases by disparaging the court or the opposition. I remember laughing at the brutal way the Oklahoma Supreme... View More
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answered on Dec 13, 2019
I could be wrong, but I believe the one you are looking for was published in 2006. Don Gifford wrote an article titled: Very Appealing Ethics. Oklahoma Bar Journal, Volume 77, Issue 34, December 9, 2006. Specific article is found on page 3471. I hope that helps!
-David Cincotta
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