Domestic violence is when there is a threat or an actual attempt to use physical force against someone you live with. The penalties for domestic violence are harsh, and when domestic violence happens in the presence of a child, they are that much more severe, with long jail sentences and…
When someone kills another person, it is considered homicide. However, there are some situations in which the killing is not illegal, which are defined under Oklahoma law as “excusable homicide” or “justifiable homicide.” Charges may still be brought against the defendant if the district attorney believes the killing was criminal. Understanding…
Assault and battery are two distinct crimes. Though assault is not exactly the same as battery, the two are commonly charged as a single crime of assault and battery. An individual can be found guilty of assault and battery as a single crime when an assault ultimately leads to battery….
If you are accused of domestic violence in Oklahoma City, you could be facing jail time, a hefty fine, or both. This is especially true if the incident in question happened in the presence of a child. In these situations, it’s vital to have a dedicated defense attorney such as…
While it may not seem like it in criminal dramas or highly-publicized trials, there are more solutions to a criminal case that don’t simply involve fines or sending a defendant to prison. Court diversion programs are just one part of a multistage model of resources aimed at reducing Oklahoma’s increasing…
Nearly every state in America, as well as federal laws, allow you to protect yourself from harm by another person. In general, self-defense is defined as protecting yourself from physical harm in a situation that otherwise could constitute a crime. For example, it is a crime to shoot someone else,…
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