Getting arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Oklahoma can be a frightening and confusing experience, especially if it’s your first time dealing with the criminal justice system. It’s important to understand the steps that follow an arrest, your legal rights, and the potential consequences you may face. This article outlines what typically happens after a DUI arrest in…
In Oklahoma, the bail amount is decided based on several factors that assess the defendant’s flight risk and the nature of the alleged crime. These factors ensure the defendant’s appearance at future court proceedings while balancing the presumption of innocence. Understanding how bail is set and how you can request a reduction is crucial if you or a loved one…
Criminal Malice in Oklahoma is generally understood to mean having bad or evil intent. The term “malice” is defined by Oklahoma criminal law statutes to mean having a wish to “vex,” “annoy,” or “injure” another human being. Thus, under Oklahoma law, the word malice may have a somewhat different connotation than it carries in everyday language. In Oklahoma criminal law,…
DUI marijuana in Oklahoma is a crime. Recreational use of cannabis or marijuana is illegal in Oklahoma. Medical use of marijuana in Oklahoma is allowed with a medical marijuana patient license. But even those who lawfully possess marijuana for medicinal purposes cannot use it and then drive if doing so will impair their judgment. Over the past several years the…
A DUI field sobriety test In Oklahoma is some of the most common evidence used by the Police in a DUI. Field sobriety tests determine impairment or a BAC level in DUI stops The BAC is used to establish probable cause for a DUI arrest. The court determines their admissibility in any DUI case on a case-by-case basis, using the…
The term “Miranda Rights” is an important aspect in criminal defense matters. Miranda Rights were defined as the result of a United States Supreme Court case. In this case, the Court refers to constitutional rights that grant you the right to a criminal defense attorney and the right to remain silent. This is a landmark case and is perhaps one…
DUI Manslaughter in Tulsa Oklahoma is a very serious charge. In Oklahoma, driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) is a crime regardless of whether you injure someone or cause property damage. However, if you happen to kill someone because of getting behind the wheel when you are drunk, then you face much more drastic consequences. Specifically, DUI manslaughter is…
Our wrongful death DUI accident attorneys file claims against drunk drivers that cause fatalities in Oklahoma. When someone you love is killed by a drunk driver in Oklahoma, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to obtain damages. Although no amount of financial compensation can erase your loss, but holding the drunk driver accountable can help you…