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Being registered as a sex offender in Tahlequah, Oklahoma has far-reaching consequences, as convicted sex offenders cannot live or work in certain areas. As challenging as registration can be, failure to register as a sex offender in Oklahoma have even more serious legal consequences. Penalties For Failure To Register As a Sex Offender In Oklahoma […]

Sometimes telling even what seems like a “white lie” can be treated as a serious legal matter in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This is especially true if you are accused of lying on a claim for public money from the government in Oklahoma. If caught, you may be accused of making a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, […]

Driving without insurance in Tahlequah can lead to legal troubles and fines. Even if you have liability insurance, it is illegal to not have proof of that policy with you while driving. If you have received a no proof of insurance ticket Oklahoma, you will likely need to appear in court before a judge. An […]

Being accused of disobeying child sexual abuse laws in Oklahoma can not only lead to serious legal troubles, but can also ruin your reputation in Tahlequah, and affect your ability to live and work where you please. Additionally, if you are criminally charged with child sex abuse, you may find yourself behind bars for several years. For […]

Most people think of drug crimes as using or selling them. However, Tahlequah, Oklahoma state and local laws also harshly punish people for the mere possession of any illegal drugs. In fact, many people find themselves in prison for years if they’ve been convicted of drug possession charges in Oklahoma, even if they did not […]

Rape charges in Oklahoma can have a severe impact on almost every aspect of your life in Tahlequah, even after you’ve served your time for the crime. Furthermore, “rape” has a very broad definition, and someone may be charged even if the alleged victim has given their consent. For these reasons, you should definitely contact a […]

The crime of blackmail is mostly thought to exist in Hollywood films, involving juicy secrets and lots of cash. In the real world, blackmail is usually much less dramatic; however, it can still have far-reaching consequences in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. An action intended to induce another into a particular action is blackmail in Oklahoma. Defining Blackmail […]

Tahlequah, Oklahoma local and state laws require that parents and caregivers provide care to the children under their supervision. Failure to do so may result in criminal child neglect charges in Oklahoma. Because the penalties for this crime can be serious, contact an experienced Tahlequah attorney today. Understanding “Child Neglect” In Tahlequah Child neglect can take […]

Having the Tahlequah, Oklahoma police flash their lights at you or your vehicle can, undoubtedly, cause panic and anxiety. However, if you fail to stop or decide to run from the police, you can make a bad situation worse. This is especially true if you end up being charged with fleeing and eluding in Oklahoma, […]

Stalking isn’t always as dramatic as it appears in the movies, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a very serious crime in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The state broadly defines the crime of stalking, but you have every right to fight stalking charges in Oklahoma. However, you will maximize your chances of winning the case with the assistance […]

Helping out your friends and family may come naturally, but if they’ve gotten into serious trouble with the law, helping them out may mean serious trouble for you in the end. Oklahoma law penalizes assisting someone who has committed a felony and is attempting to avoid punishment. This is called being an “accessory to felony” […]

If you are facing criminal charges or a civil liability in an Oklahoma court, losing your case may lead to significant setbacks in your life. However, no matter how dire your situation, attempting to prevent a witness from testifying against you is a serious crime in Oklahoma. If you or someone you know has been […]

Shoplifting in Tahlequah may also be referred to as “larceny of merchandise from a retailer Oklahoma,” and can carry significant penalties, depending on the value of the goods stolen. If you or someone you know has been accused of larceny of merchandise from a retailer Oklahoma, contact an experienced Tahlequah attorney today. Defining Larceny In Oklahoma […]

Sometimes staying out of trouble may mean staying off of the phone if you intend on irking or disturbing another person. This is because Oklahoma punishes cursing out, threatening, or harassing another person via any means of communication. If you or someone you know has been charged with telephone harassment Oklahoma, contact an experienced Tahlequah […]

If you buy stolen goods in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, beware that the law doesn’t just punish the thief; the state sometime punishes the purchaser. This is referred to as “possession of stolen property Oklahoma” and may result in either a felony or misdemeanor charge. If you or someone you know has been charged with possession of […]

No one wants to waste money on alcohol in bars or risk not having your favorite drink available when they are trying to have a good time. However, if you transport an open container in Oklahoma, you may find yourself in trouble with the law. Thus, you should contact a Tahlequah attorney for assistance. Defining […]

Having to deal with a court case in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is stressful enough. If you’ve been ordered to pay any fines or fees, you may find it harder to move on from the incident if you don’t have the money. However, you could end up in serious trouble for the crime of failure to pay court […]

Helping those we love may often be a priority in our lives. However, you may find yourself in trouble of your own if you provide assistance to someone running from arrest in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. No matter what your intentions, harboring a fugitive in Oklahoma is illegal. Thus, you should consult with a Tahlequah attorney for […]

No one wants to get in trouble with the police. However, if you do anything in Tahlequah that could be construed as obstructing an officer in Oklahoma, you may find yourself in even deeper trouble. Therefore, if you or anyone you know has been charged with obstructing an officer in Oklahoma, contact an experienced Tahlequah […]

Getting into trouble with police is never fun in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. However, if you try to prevent an officer from arresting you, you may be charged with the additional crime of resisting arrest. If you or someone you know faces resisting arrest charges in Oklahoma, contact a Tahlequah  attorney today. Understanding Resisting Arrest Charges In […]

Getting around Tahlequah, Oklahoma can be difficult if you don’t have a valid driver’s license. However, if your license has been suspended and you choose to drive, you may find yourself in legal trouble. Therefore, if you face a driving under suspended license Oklahoma charge, you need an experienced Tahlequah attorney to assist you with […]

If you’ve been convicted of a crime in Tahlequah, Oklahoma that requires you to serve jail time, the sentencing judge may allow you to serve time on probation, instead of in jail. This is called a suspended sentence. However, if you do not maintain good behavior, you risk going to jail for the original crime […]

The crime always isn’t in the act. In fact, you can be charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime for attempting, planning, or threatening a violent act Oklahoma. Therefore, if you or someone you know has been charged with this crime, contact an experienced Tahlequah attorney today. About Threatening A Violent Act Oklahoma Oklahoma penalizes […]

It is illegal to falsify a document in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Therefore, if you’ve been caught selling, exchanging or delivering a forged document, you may face an uttering forged instrument in Oklahoma charge. A conviction of this crime could lead to serious penalties. Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 1577 Thus, if you or someone you know […]

Most people believe being caught selling drugs is the most serious drug crime a defendant can be charged with in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. However, a defendant can also face very serious penalties if they are caught in mere possession of a controlled substance in Oklahoma. Thus, you should speak to a Tahlequah attorney right away. About […]