The prison system in the United States is split into two main operating groups: public and private. Public prisons hold the vast majority, roughly 92 percent of all people in state and federal prisons, while private prisons hold the remaining 8 percent. Though private prisons hold significantly fewer inmates, they…
We hear all the time about innocent people spending years, decades even, behind bars for a crime they did not commit. But what if you end up in a situation where you are the one who is wrongfully accused? There are several things you should do in the aftermath of…
If someone is accused of a crime, then it’s the job of criminal prosecutors to take all of the evidence from police and bring formal charges against the accused if there’s enough evidence that a crime occurred. From there, it could go to a plea agreement or a trial, but…
In the United States, recording police officers while on duty in public places is a right that’s protected by the First Amendment. Unfortunately, not all police officers are aware of that fact, and many people get arrested every year for simply doing something they are allowed by law to do….
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. We say being featured in 405 Magazine is up there, too! This August, Jacqui Ford Law was chosen alongside 35 other top Oklahoma City businesses to be spotlighted in 405 Magazine’s recent spread: “Faces of the 405.” Alongside some of the…
Police officers are trusted with enforcing the law and ensuring public safety, both of which can be daunting and dangerous tasks. No matter how challenging the job is, officers must do both within the confines of the law and the rights afforded to citizens under the U.S. Constitution. Do you…
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When you’re caught in a tough situation, we’re here to help you get through it together. It’s important that you contact a criminal defense lawyer as SOON as you’re accused so that we can work together and try to get your charges dropped. We’re always available to talk, and we’ll always be honest with you.
