Field Sobriety Tests and DUI Penalties in Oklahoma
Oklahoma Field Sobriety Tests and DUI Penalties What is the Difference between a DUI and a DWI? A DUI is a crime that means “driving under the influence.” Influence in this context can mean alcohol, drugs, or substances which impair a driver’s ability to safely drive, to the point where…
How Do You Beat Drug Trafficking Charges
How Do You Beat Drug Trafficking Charges in Oklahoma? To beat a drug trafficking charge, first, you must understand what drug trafficking means in Oklahoma. The following is an explanation of drug trafficking in Oklahoma. Free Resources from OKC Criminal Defense Attorneys: Have you or a loved one been arrested…
Oklahoma Custody Modification Procedure
Oklahoma Custody Modification Procedure Step #1: Motion to Modify The filing of a Motion to Modify Child Support, Child Custody, or Legal Custody formally initiates the modification proceeding in Oklahoma. A Motion to Modify must state information about the parties seeking modification; the jurisdiction of the court to hear the…
Six Things to do after a DUI Arrest
One of the scariest moments in life is being arrested or coming very close to it. When you are stopped on suspicion of drunk driving in Oklahoma, your mind is likely racing and you are considering all the potential consequences of what you are facing. Most people do not know…
How Can my Victim Protective Order be Expunged
Victim Protective Orders (VPO) can have as great, if not greater a negative impact on your personal and professional life as a criminal conviction. Many employers conduct criminal background checks through OSBI and other databases on potential employees. Having a will VPO or Restraining Order may cause an employer to…
Sexual Assault Civil Claims v. Criminal Charges in Oklahoma
There are many differences between civil sexual assault lawsuits and criminal charges for sexual assault. However, one sexual assault can result in both types of cases taking place at the same time and against the same alleged perpetrator. Sexual assault is broadly defined as the non-consensual sexual contact against the…
Federal Criminal Proceedings by Teleconference
Experience matters when you are facing Federal Indictment or Federal Criminal Charges in Oklahoma. It is important to know the Oklahoma federal criminal defense lawyer you hire is dedicated to your cause and versed in all aspects of federal criminal defense. John Cannon, owner of Cannon & Associates is a former prosecutor…
Top Factors to Influence Your Oklahoma Criminal Law Case
Getting arrested and charged with a criminal offense in Oklahoma isn’t one of those problems that will go away on its own. In fact, leaving your criminal charges in the hands of fate can do you more harm than good. This is because the facts of the alleged case are…