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2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Oklahoma on
Q: Are the penalties different if you're pulled over but you were just taking prescription drugs?
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 27, 2018

Same as alcohol. You should consult an experienced Criminal Law Attorney, in your area, for help with your case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Oklahoma on
Q: Does a 17 year old boy have to pay child support to his girlfriend while he's still in high school?
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 25, 2018

The child can't wait until he's out of school can it. Yes, he has an obligation to pay. You should consult an experienced Family Law Attorney, in your area, for help with this problem

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Animal / Dog Law for Oklahoma on
Q: I bought a Rottweiler pup my grandma offered to house train her because I had a newborn too. Now he won't give her back
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 25, 2018

You ned to talk seriously with her again to see if you can resolve the issue. Enlist the help of family. Then see an attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Joint custody but unable to agree to a schedule. Who will be favored?

The mother legally has sole custody of the children. I did not realize I did not have joint custody, because I've had the kids over 60% of the time every year. The kids are with me during the school year and alternating weekends, while the mother has the kids all school breaks and alternating... View More

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 24, 2018

It's almost impossible to guess what a judge will do without knowing what ALL the evidence will be at a hearing. From what you've said, looks like you're the de facto primary custodian. You should consult an experienced Family Law Attorney, in your area, for help with this... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Oklahoma on
Q: If I am married and have a child that isn't his can I still do a uncontested divorce?

He signed a denial of paternity as well. But I wasn't sure if I can still do uncontested since it asks if theirs any children which technically there isn't.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 24, 2018

"Uncontested" means that your husband does not object to the divorce. You should consult an experienced Family Law Attorney, in your area, for help with the divorce problem.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Immigration Law for Oklahoma on
Q: My brother had a student visa when he found out the brain cancer. I'm citizen could I help him to fix his status?

He was doing masters degree. 15 years living in USA. Rare cancer.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

I hope he is doing well by the time you read this. I'm really sorry no one answered your question earlier. It so old now, you have probably found an answer elsewhere. If you still have questions about this ask your question again, and give as many detailed facts as you can. Take care, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Oklahoma on
Q: Do Cleveland County, OK Judges routinely award attorney's fees to the losing side in a custody modification case?
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

You might call a local Norman attorney for an answer. I'm really sorry no one answered your question earlier. It so old now, you have probably found an answer elsewhere. If you still have questions about this ask your question again, and give as many detailed facts as you can. Take care, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: i'm curriet have mine nices in safe plan which end june 21 from dhs. mine nices mom and dad wanna sign over mine aunt

who live in honly grown texas temporty graundship. how can i stop that i wont girls stay with me

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

I'm really sorry no one answered your question earlier. It so old now, you have probably found an answer elsewhere. If you still have questions about this ask your question again, and give as many detailed facts as you can. Take care, and good luck to you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Family Law and Federal Crimes for Oklahoma on
Q: If I press charges on my brother for physical and emotional abuse on my son will cps finally get my daughter out too?

My son in foster for reporting his uncle choked him and hit him and his sister my daughter also reported certain things to her school counselor. However daughter left there by cps but took my son now I fighting for him but not on paperwork for daughter plz help

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

I'm really sorry no one answered your question earlier. It so old now, you have probably found an answer elsewhere. If you still have questions about this ask your question again, and give as many detailed facts as you can. Take care, and good luck to you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: My child has been in someone else's care I still have my parental rights it's been 12 years am I able to get him back
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

There are just too many factors involved to give a meaningful answer. For example, was the child placed there by a court order? Were you required to do anything under that Order? The ULTIMATE answer to your question is "Is it in the child's best interests that you have custody?" Any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: My friend just found out that her wife is still married to her ex husband. Can my friend get custody of the kids?

Friends wife is on drugs, no job, and no place to live. My friend has a clean record, has been at her job for several years, and owns a home. She is also Choctaw Indian that provides childcare and insurance if she is able to gain custody and adopt the children.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

WOW, sorry I didn't see this earlier. This one is a bit complicated, and it doesn't look like there is any good answer for your friend. Since your friend's wife is still married to another man, their marriage to each other is void. These children have a father and a mother. I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, International Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Oklahoma on
Q: How do I file a court order in the US to change my name on my birth certificate if I am now a perm resident of Mexico?

Through marriage and divorce, my name has legally changed from what is on my birth certificate issued by the state of Oklahoma. My legal name on all current identifying documents (US passport, DL, Social Security card) has changed significantly from my birth name. This is a crime in Mexico - to... View More

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Since you're a resident out of the country, it gets complicated. Ordinarily a change of name needs to be filed in the County in which the person resides. See 12 OS Sec 1631 http://www.oscn.net/applications/oscn/deliverdocument.asp?id=94759&hits= , which provides as follows:

Any...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Elder Law and Probate for Oklahoma on
Q: Can my mom's boyfriend get her car and house from previous marriage if they are to get married before she dies?

She was on hospice when he made the decision to marry her.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Yes, that is possible. A spouse is entitled to 1 vehicle of their deceased husband or wife, IF they want it, unless the title is held jointly with some other person. Sorry about your mom, hope she gets better, and that her new husband, IF they get married makes her life a bit better.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: I'm 17 and pregnant. My mom kicked me out of the house and she has full custody. Do I have to stay with my father?
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

I hope by now you have found a GOOD, safe, and loving place to live while you prepare for the birth of your child. If you still need some kind of help, ask your question again.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can DHS legally take my baby for criminal charges that I'd acquired before he was born?

I need help with the lawsuit. This is a definite case.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

There are too many factors to consider to give a good answer. Like what are the charges, how long before the birth were they filed, are they still pending, how old is the baby. I can tell you however that you are entitled to a court hearing before this happens for any other reason than... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Oklahoma on
Q: I have a 13 year old son. When he was 7 my husband deployed to Afghanistan for 2 years. Upon return, he moved out to

Missouri (another state, we are in Oklahoma) we "share" custody with my son visiting hos dad every 2 weekend of the month. Our son has had trouble in school, as far as always being in trouble for talking and such, and his grades are a c or above, but this year 7th grade, he has made some... View More

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

I can't tell you "how likely" this is. It's up to a judge to make the decision, and there are many, many factors to be considered in a case like this. Your Ex will have to file a "Motion to Modify Custody" in order to do this. You will be given notice if this happens.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Son is 5 I'm separated from husband son is not his but on birth certificate and taken care of him since birth

biological father wants to try and come in after all these years can he

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Your question isn't totally clear, but as I understand it, this is your situation: You have been married to a man who has taken care of your son for 5 years, and is on his birth certificate, but he was not the bio dad. Now that your husband is out of the picture, Bio dad it threatening to try... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Oklahoma on
Q: I lost custody of my son to the state of Nebraska, my son was placed with his bio. Neb nor Florida have custody, can I

My husband is the legal father on the child's birth certificate signed by a Florida judge. I'm trying to figure out if I can take my son being that no custody was sought out by the bio through Florida or Nebraska. Nebraska no longer holds jurisdiction of the child.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Your legal problems with this son are just too complicated to give you a good answer without knowing more about the facts. But this much I'm pretty sure about. If the custody was placed with the "Bio Dad" was there a paternity DNA test establishing Bio was in fact dad? If so, the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Oklahoma on
Q: If my parental rights are terminated in Oklahoma can I live there with my child who wasn't born in Oklahoma?
Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Of course you can. The earlier termination of your parental rights have nothing to do with where you can live.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Adoption for Oklahoma on
Q: How to request legal cousnel due to income to reapond to petition for adpotion in oklahoma where they say no constent ne

I am on ssi and can not afford attorney how do i get oklahoma to help me in this matter to reapond to petition and help me in court .but i live in kansas they are McIntosha County , Oklahoma

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jan 22, 2018

Gosh, sorry you are so far away from McIntosh County. First, I would ask the Judge to appoint an attorney for you. Before doing this however, you should phone some attorneys who practice in that county, and see if you can hire them with a down payment you can afford, and a payment plan for the... View More

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