Drug Charges

Simple drug possession -- a nonviolent offense in which the defendant is only accused of possessing illegal drugs -- was long a felony in Oklahoma until voters took decisive action in 2016.  That’s when voters checked their ballots in favor of making simple possession a misdemeanor in Oklahoma instead of…

If you’re caught simply possessing illegal drugs in Oklahoma, you’re facing a misdemeanor charge, but that doesn’t mean the consequences aren’t serious.  Oklahoma is known for its “tough on drugs” stance, despite measures in recent years to change the record-high incarceration rates in the state. A report by The Oklahoman…

Medical marijuana has been a reality for thousands of Oklahomans since voters approved one of the most progessive medical marijuana laws in the nation in 2018. In Oklahoma, if you have a medical marijuana license, you can legally possess:  Up to three ounces of marijuana on your person Six marijuana…

It’s been more than four years since Oklahoma lawmakers partially repealed the state’s draconian three strikes law that sent people to prison for life for having three drug-related convictions. But has the law made a dent in criminal justice reform?  In the years following the partial repeal, Oklahoma has surpassed…

There’s Papa, Smurfette, Hefty, Brainy and a long list of others little blue creatures. Movies, songs and TV shows have all been made about this odd family we know as the Smurfs. As cute as the smurfs are, the term smurfing has a meaning that is far from cute. What…

Prescription fraud has become a prevalent problem for both the health care profession and law enforcement nationwide. It’s becoming increasingly problematic as the country continues to fight an opioid epidemic that kills people every day.   Prescription fraud is defined as obtaining - or trying to obtain - prescription drugs…

It’s no secret that Oklahoma has some of the toughest - if not the toughest - penalties for marijuana possession in the country. A quick Google search will show headlines like, “5 worst states to get busted with pot,” or “Oklahoma’s harsh marijuana possession law has its critics.” It’s said…

If you’ve ever been to a Dave Matthews concert, Earth Day rally, or any large public gather, you might have seen people from NORML walking around with clipboards asking for signatures. These people are working to either decriminalize or legalize marijuana. This has become a bit of hot topic lately,…