Can I Appeal an Instillation Barment Letter from a Military Commander?
Yes, whether you received the notice in writing or were simply told that you are barred from an instillation, you have the ability to appeal or respond to an instillation barment letter. What is an Instillation barment letter? Military commanders have the responsibility and authority to limit and prohibit individuals…
Defenses Against Drug Trafficking Charges
When most people think of drug trafficking, they think of scenes from a tv show or movie; however, in real life people are shocked to learn about the substantial penalties and prison time they may face as a result of being charged with a drug trafficking offense in Oklahoma. Time…
Installation Barment from Oklahoma Military Bases
What is an Instillation Barment? Barment is a tool used by an installation Commanding Officer (CO) to protect their military base. It gives them the ability to deny access, remove, or exclude a person from the base premises. In determining whether to bar an individual, the CO must be evenhanded,…
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
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 modification; and the Petitioner’s…
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…