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Most people think of high speed chases and getaway drivers when they think of eluding an officer. But the 1988 Oklahoma case of Kellog v. State shows that eluding a Game Warden can fall under it as well. Kellog, a hunter, was spotlight hunting at night, which is illegal. The Game Wardens saw him. He ran from them when they pulled behind him and turned on…
Robbery in Wagoner County is a felony crime. In April of 2016, a Wagoner man entered the convenient Store with a shotgun. Then he demanded the clerks place all the money from the register in a bag. Once the clerks complied with the request, the man left the store and drove off in a stolen vehicle. The evening of the incident, Wagoner police apprehended…
A stolen vehicle charge in Oklahoma is a felony. According to OSBI, over 10,000 vehicles were stolen in 2015. This amounts to just under $15,000,000 worth of cars, trucks, etc. worth of property. Many times people resell these vehicles on places like craigslist or for cash. Unfortunately, a person searching for a cheap vehicle on the fly may be victim to buying a stolen…
First Degree Manslaughter is a violent crime in Oklahoma. This subjects the offender to the “85% Rule,” which states a perpetrator must serve at least 85% of their sentence before receiving eligibility for parole. However, manslaughter in the second degree is not subject to the 85% rule. In terms of sentencing this is huge. It could amount to far more years in jail and…
Breaking and Entering in Oklahoma is a common offense. In Wagoner County Police charge the crime of breaking and entering on a common basis. The problem is that its also a serious crime that could cause you to face jail time. The crime is also broadly defined. From simply pushing open an ajar door to cutting screens and entering a building, breaking and entering…
Peeping Tom Charges in Oklahoma can be charged as a felony in Wagoner County. Peeping tom charges in Oklahoma is addressed in the case of Honeycutt v. State of Oklahoma. George Barrows, alerted by his barking dogs, discovered Vernice Honeycutt crouched below his sleeping wife’s bedroom window. As a result, Barrows filed charges on Honeycutt, who tried to claim a defense of being drunk and…
DUI Attorneys Help Clients With Drunk Driving Charges: Approximately 40,000 Oklahoma drivers who received license revocation between 2008 and October 2013 for alcohol-related offenses are seeking class action status for their case against the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (“DPS”). Specifically, their license revocations fell under an affidavit that the Court of Civil Appeals determined “fatally flawed” in October 2013. In license revocation cases,…
Failure to appear in Wagoner County should be taken seriously. Appearing in court for any reason can be stressful and frightening, even if you haven’t been charged with a crime. The simple thought of being in a courtroom is just too much for some people to handle at times. While appearing in court is certainly unpleasant, failure to appear as the court orders is far…
Wagoner Criminal Defense Attorneys Explain Misdemeanors in Oklahoma Misdemeanors are not the most serious of crimes in Oklahoma, but they still can result in some pretty harsh consequences. Most Oklahoma individuals understand that misdemeanors are more serious than infractions, but not as serious as felonies. However, understanding the different types of misdemeanors in Oklahoma and what to expect if you or someone you know is…
Illegal Search and Seizure: Know Your Constitutional Rights The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits the power of law enforcement agencies to search your property, or seize your possessions without a valid warrant. If administerd without a warrant, this may constitute an illegal search and seizure. Despite the Fourth Amendment, police officer routinely search individuals without the proper permission. If evidence exists from an…