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Permitting child abuse by injury is one of the most serious crimes involving children under Oklahoma law. Many people mistakenly believe a person can only be charged with child abuse if they personally injured a child. However, Oklahoma law also criminalizes situations where a parent, guardian, or caretaker knowingly allows abuse to occur or fails to protect a child from abuse inflicted by someone…
Protective order cases in Oklahoma move quickly and can have serious consequences for both sides. Whether you are the petitioner seeking protection or the respondent defending against allegations, attorney representation can be essential. One of the most common questions people have is: Who pays the attorney’s fees in a protective order case? Oklahoma law allows attorneys’ fees in certain situations, but they are not automatically…
There are real-world implications if a Protective Order isn’t served on the respondent. In Oklahoma, Victim Protective Orders (VPOs)—governed by the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act (22 O.S. §§ 60-60.5). Protective orders are powerful tools that are passed into law to protect victims of domestic abuse, stalking, and harassment. Protective orders eliminate all contact of the respondent with the petitioner. They can also be…