Criminal Defense

The Oklahoma justice system has convicted innocent people. Some of them served decades in prison before DNA evidence proved what they always knew: they didn’t do it. Post-conviction DNA testing is available in Oklahoma under the Postconviction DNA Testing Act, and it has already freed people. At Jacqui Ford Law,…

Being accused of manslaughter in Oklahoma is not something anyone can ever prepare themselves for. Manslaughter charges in Oklahoma carry severe penalties, and even an investigation alone can have life-altering consequences. At Jacqui Ford Law, an experienced Oklahoma City criminal defense firm, attorney Jacqui Ford represents individuals facing serious felony…

The first thing you should do if you have an outstanding arrest warrant is take a deep breath. Just because there is a warrant for your arrest doesn’t necessarily mean the police are about to break down your door. With a confident knowledge of your rights and an experienced defense…

All too often, people assume that lawyers are not engaged until after they have been charged with a crime. And this notion doesn’t come without reason. If you haven’t been charged with anything by authorities, why would you need to contact an attorney to advocate on your behalf?  However, hiring…

If you’ve been pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) and the officer asks you to take a breath test, you might wonder, ‘Do you have the right to refuse?’ The short answer is yes, but refusing comes with serious consequences that could impact your driving privileges,…

When a domestic abuse allegation enters your life, everything can feel like it’s suddenly on the line. This includes your freedom, your reputation, and your future. Fear, confusion, and uncertainty often take over before you even fully understand what the charge means or what comes next. Domestic abuse is assault…