Self Defense

Crimes that involve using physical force or violence against someone can have serious consequences. Luckily, like most states, Oklahoma makes significant allowances for the use of force when you’re acting in self-defense. But self-defense laws vary by state, and they can often be pretty confusing. So what exactly counts as…

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,…

Imagine you’re sleeping in your bed and hear rustling in your home. You grab your gun and walk out of your bedroom only to find an intruder -- also armed with a gun -- in your home and going through your belongings. You yell at the burglar to get out,…