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If you’ve ever heard the term “Actual Physical Control” (APC) in relation to Oklahoma criminal law in Wagoner County, you may wonder what it means. You may also wonder how it differs from a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge. While both APC and DUI charges involve alcohol or drug impairment, there are key differences between the two. This article breaks down APC, how…
DUI Charges in Wagoner County can be an overwhelming experience. From the moment you’re arrested, the legal process can feel confusing and intimidating. However, understanding the basics of DUI or DWI laws, potential penalties, and your options for defense can help you take control of your situation. Although you may be consumed with fear and apprehension you are not alone in the process. In…
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows an individual, known as the principal, to grant someone else, known as the agent, the authority to make decisions on their behalf. Powers of Attorney are often used to manage financial matters, health care, and legal affairs, especially when the principal is incapacitated or unable to act independently. There are several types of…
The term “human trafficking” is most often associated with prostitution and forced sex work. However, human trafficking also comes in the form of labor without wages. Unfortunately, many immigrants come to the United States hoping for a better life and find themselves in forced labor situations. Take for instance the Norman bed and breakfast owners who enslaved a Cambodian woman. The owners paid for…
Joint custody provides both parents with an active role in raising their child following a separation or divorce. Joint custody arrangements aim to support a balanced, cooperative parenting structure, allowing both parents to make important decisions and maintain a meaningful relationship with their child. In Oklahoma the courts consider joint or shared custody to be in the best interest of the child. The courts…
Mothers and fathers rights are equal in Wagoner County, as in the rest of Oklahoma, because the family court system strives to ensure that both mothers and fathers receive fair and equal treatment in child custody and parenting matters. While tradition once favored mothers in custody cases, modern laws recognize the importance of both parents in a child’s life and focus on the best…
Statutory rape is clearly defined in Oklahoma law as a strict liability crime. However, is life the age of consent and the age of the offender is generally less clear. For example, a teenager’s parents forbid her from seeing a boy she likes. This boy is her boyfriend, but over he is 18. She sneaks out and engages in sexual intercourse with the boy. …
In Oklahoma, a single father can get custody rights, but does not automatically have them. While Oklahoma law recognizes both parents’ rights and responsibilities, establishing custody rights for an unwed father involves specific legal steps to ensure those rights are legally enforceable. While the process can seem difficult, it is by no means impossible. Establishing Paternity The first step for a single father to…
In Wagoner County, proving that a parent is unfit can be a critical step in securing custody, modifying an existing order, or protecting a child from potentially harmful conditions. Oklahoma law prioritizes the best interests of the child, and courts typically view both parents as capable unless proven otherwise. However, if one parent is genuinely unable or unwilling to provide a safe and stable…
The Castle Doctrine is a legal principle that provides individuals with the right to use force, including deadly force, to protect themselves, their families, and their property against intruders. In Oklahoma, this doctrine offers protections to those who act in self-defense when facing a threat in their own home. Key Provisions of the Castle Doctrine in Oklahoma There are several key aspects of the…