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0 Answers | Asked in Public Benefits, Contracts, Real Estate Law and Collections for Oklahoma on
Q: Disabled, I have found myself unable to comprehend legal ability to retrieve security deposit.

I live in Washington County, the property was rented is in Cherokee County and the owner lives in Lincoln County Arkansas. I have sent certified letter of demand and now need to file a judgment. After 4 attempts at the Washington County courthouse I'm frustrated, and don't know how to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Public Benefits, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Oklahoma on
Q: I have seen both of your attorneys answers, just a quick question if one of you two could please answer? So, as stated

You are informing the public they must have registration to drive, yes you are correct, you must have this in order to Drive, and or Operate a motor vehicle this is a commercial transaction, this being a true statement. That being stated, ArticleVI of the constitution states clearly anything... View More

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answered on Sep 16, 2024

You are raising important questions about the distinction between law and statutes and the concept of compelled contracts with the state. In the United States, driving a motor vehicle on public roads generally requires registration, a license, and insurance as per state regulations. These... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Public Benefits for Oklahoma on
Q: A deceased husband not living with wife. What is she entitled to ?
Timothy Carignan
Timothy Carignan
answered on Jun 12, 2024

If they’re still married, it doesn’t matter if they’re living apart. Typically, if a person dies without a will, the wife will receive everything unless there are children. This is yet another reason that everyone needs a will.

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Q: Why is it illegal ti fly sky laterns in the state of oklahoma

Explain this to me

Richard Winblad
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Richard Winblad
answered on Jun 2, 2020

Absolutely:

2014 Oklahoma Statutes

Title 68. Revenue and Taxation

§68-1624.1. Aerial luminaries.

Universal Citation: 68 OK Stat § 68-1624.1 (2014)

A. It shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale, distribute, possess, ignite, or otherwise use aerial...
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Q: What is appeal? If sentenced can you still get one?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 9, 2020

You include four categories for your question, but do not include Criminal Law - although you mention the word "sentencing." If your matter involves sentencing, a criminal defense lawyer should be advising you. As a general matter in virtually any context, appeals are governed by short... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Election Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits for Oklahoma on
Q: If you reside in the zipcode of a city in Oklahoma, and not in the city proper, do you get a vote in city elections?

There is a Mayoral election upcoming and there is a lack of clarity on who is allowed to vote in it.

Kyle Persaud
Kyle Persaud
answered on Mar 6, 2019

Check your city's municipal code. Your city's municipal code will tell who can vote in city elections, and who can't.

Some Oklahoma cities publish their codes online at www.municode.com

See if your city's code is there.

If your city's code is not on...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Public Benefits, Social Security and Criminal Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Is it right for anyone take video or pictures of me and family ? And make funny things of me in snapchat.Thanks

Sometimes i see people talking pictures of me while am studying in the library or while am walking somewhere in public

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Nov 17, 2017

It's OK to take your picture in public, and post it, as long as they didn't libel you.

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