Violent Crimes

In Oklahoma, first-degree manslaughter can include killings done “in a heat of passion." In practical terms, this means a person killed someone during a sudden, intense emotional reaction (often called a “crime of passion”) rather than from a calm, deliberate plan. At Jacqui Ford Law in Oklahoma City, our criminal…

A felony is a violent offense legally recognized as any crime punishable by death or imprisonment. It's important to note that the repercussions of a felony aren't limited to those who commit the act itself. In Oklahoma, even being an accessory to a felony can lead to significant legal consequences…

Oklahoma has some of the toughest laws, and while self-defense is not a free pass for every fight, it's a valid legal option to consider if you genuinely need to defend yourself. Self-defense laws have changed over the years to allow for justified lethal force in certain situations. To understand…