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I have a bench warrant and a PR bond related to a probation violation for grand larceny in Oklahoma. My probation violation was due to drug use and failed tests. What steps should I take to resolve this situation?
I was charged with actual physical control for the third time in Oklahoma, resulting in 4 years of probation, enrollment in a substance abuse program for 14 months, and the loss of my driver's license. I believe my attorney did not do enough to defend my case. At the time of the incident, I... View More 
I am a 54-year-old female who was molested by my adult brother between the ages of 5/6 to approximately 12, mainly in Oklahoma. I never reported these incidents due to fear and witnessing his abusive behavior towards others. Recently, I discovered he has a history of similar abuse and was in prison... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
In Oklahoma, the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit for sexual abuse can be extended in certain cases. For incidents involving minors, the law allows the victim to file a claim up to 12 years after they turn 18, which means you would have until you are 30 to take legal action in... View More
I have been accused by my manager at Subway of stealing, but they have provided no proof or checked the surveillance cameras, even though I don't work alone. I have not been formally charged or spoken to the police. My manager fired me and is demanding $250 from my last paycheck, threatening... View More
I was involved in a car accident last August with a drunk underage driver who fled the scene. My special needs son was also in the car. I've repeatedly requested all correspondence between my lawyer and the insurance company regarding the injury claims but have been ignored. I haven't... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your accident. If you are able to produce a current registration, that is usually sufficient to process a claim. It sounds like you might have a total loss declaration for the property damage,... View More
I am concerned about my spouse's methamphetamine use, as he has been acting paranoid and screaming. The behavior occurs in our home, which is solely in his name. When I raised my concerns, he told me to mind my own business. He obtains the methamphetamine in Missouri and brings it home to... View More
I am a registered agent and reside at a business location in Oklahoma. An individual associated with the business frequently creates confrontations and records them to blame me. Recently, he accused me of being involved in a robbery at the business, which I didn't commit. I have been... View More
I live in Oklahoma, and my boyfriend, who is a felon due to prior drug charges, sometimes stays with his parents. They own firearms secured in a locked safe to which he does not have access, but he is aware of their presence. Periodically, he stays there to help care for his parents, doing yard... View More
In 2021, I returned home to find my husband detained and handcuffed by police, despite no warrant being issued. He was falsely arrested and taken downtown while waiting for an electronic home search warrant. They made me wait outside my apartment for two hours while they conducted their search.... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
The situation you've described raises several potential legal concerns about how the search and arrest were conducted. Police typically need a warrant before making an arrest or searching your home, but there are exceptions such as "exigent circumstances" or if they have probable... View More
I was convicted for drug trafficking in October 2018 and received a 10-year sentence. The relevant law changed in November 2018, reducing the requirement to serve 50% of the sentence, but I signed my plea deal a month before the change. I've been in prison for 8 years and I'm currently... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
The Change in law was not dated to be retroactive. You may be able to find an attorney to attempt to get it reduced for you. Contact a criminal law attorney in your area.
Can the District Attorney charge my friend with trafficking methamphetamine if he had no drugs in his car or on his person? The drugs were found on a girl he was giving a ride to; she had them in her cavity without his knowledge. There was paraphernalia in the car, accessible to both of them, but... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
Cases like these are very fact specific. However, if he was in control of the vehicle then by default he is in control of the occupants and its contents. Therefore, yes if the quantity is sufficient to meet trafficking then yes he can be charged with that and have to defend it in court.... View More
My boyfriend was arrested on Friday on probable cause with no warrant and is currently still incarcerated, with the next court date set for April 29th. He is facing charges of third-degree arson for setting fire to a real truck, which was uninsured. He has prior charges but none related to arson or... View More
My 18-year-old son was arrested on three counts of placing bodily fluid on government employees and threatening to perform violence. His bond was initially set at $30,000 but was reduced to $5,000 with the condition that he does not consume intoxicating substances. He hasn't consumed any since... View More
I live in Oklahoma, and my son's father recently married another woman, seemingly committing immigration fraud. We have been living together for several years, sharing a home and finances, and Oklahoma recognizes common-law marriage. I have evidence of our cohabitation, like shared bank... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
Oklahoma is & is not a common law state -- There are still requirements to be met for the 'non-ceremonial' marriage (which is the closest thing to common-law) - Based on the limited facts you stated, it would be hard to meet the burden of proof to actually depict such. Having a child... View More
I am facing a deadline today regarding an accusation of an underage sale. I have already paid a $1000 fine to the ABLE Commission, which was the only fine I received for this matter. However, Anadarko has issued a warrant against me without providing a citation or details on how the occurrence... View More
If I have bought an AR-15 rifle legally in a store, can I transport it in my vehicle in Oklahoma for personal protection and trips to the shooting range, while following all safety and legal measures, without having a gun license or a carry permit?
The Fairview Police Department was called for a disturbance within city limits, the sheriff’s office was never dispatched or notified for assistance, yet they interjected themselves anyways. They refused to identify themselves while body cams were being used and only once a third party recorded,... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
I assume you are speaking of Major County sheriff deputies as you mentioned Fairview. A common misconception is the only law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction within city limits is the city themselves. However, this is incorrect. The City of Fairview is located inside Major County;... View More
Why were only 3 caregivers arrested out of 8 after a year of working, despite no evidence of abuse, sexual abuse, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult, if the family actually liked the caregivers? There seems to be a report based on opinions rather than official findings, and now there's a... View More
I am a registered s** offender and I never signed for rules and conditions when I went to prison. I received a letter from my probation stating I have no rules or conditions. Additionally, the court could not find any paperwork regarding these rules and conditions for me. Now, the court is trying... View More
I have been experiencing ongoing harassment and alleged corruption involving a local police officer, which has escalated to impacting my safety and legal standing. This began after an issue with my ex-girlfriend, who was involved with this officer, resulted in repeated legal troubles for me,... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
Your situation sounds deeply troubling, and the pattern of harassment you describe raises serious concerns about potential abuse of power. Documenting everything is critical—keep detailed records of all incidents, including dates, times, names, and any witnesses present, as this evidence will... View More
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