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What Is Justifiable Homicide in Oklahoma? Criminal DefenseUncategorized
October 4, 2022

What Is Justifiable Homicide in Oklahoma?

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…
Marsy’s Law Establishes New Rights for Victims in Oklahoma Criminal Defense
July 14, 2022

Marsy’s Law Establishes New Rights for Victims in Oklahoma

On November 6, 2018, the voters of Oklahoma overwhelmingly voted to pass Marsy’s Law.  With its passage, Marsy’s Law established a variety of constitutional protections for victims, including notice of the accused’s release and the right to be heard during any judicial proceeding. Given the shoddy care that many victims…