In February of 2019, a Shawnee police officer was placed on administrative leave after facing charges on interfering with an emergency call. The officer and his girlfriend were in a domestic violence…
Most people know of the crime Manslaughter. However, some people do not know that manslaughter can divide into “degrees” of crime. Of course, like any other crime, first degree manslaughter has to…
Oklahoma law considers manslaughter an 85% crime. This means that anyone with a conviction of first degree manslaughter must serve 85% of their sentence before having any eligibility for parole. On the…
It’s not impossible to receive alimony if you’re living with a roommate, but does depend on a few different factors. In Oklahoma, alimony, or spousal support, is financial assistance one spouse provides…
Many wonder if they’re able to keep a credit card in chapter 7 bankruptcy and while possible, it can be challenging to do so. Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers relief from…
It may be possible to adopt a stepchild without consent of the biological parent. However, in Oklahoma, the process of adopting a stepchild typically requires the consent of both biological parents. Here,…
A summary judgment is a legal determination from a court in a civil lawsuit without a full trial. A court grants summary judgment when there are no material facts in dispute requiring…
Defenses for the felony murder rule in Oklahoma will vary based on the specific charges. The felony murder rule in Oklahoma holds individuals criminally responsible for a murder that occurs during the…
It is possible to withdraw money from a deceased relative’s bank account if you’re the personal representative, but only under specific legal circumstances and after meeting certain requirements. When a loved one…
In Oklahoma, selling a house during a divorce is possible, but it requires cooperation between spouses and adherence to specific legal steps to ensure fairness. Whether you’re looking to sell the house…