Can I Move With My Children After Getting a Divorce in Wagoner County

Moving Children After Getting a Divorce

Knowing if you can move with your children after getting a divorce in Wagoner County is an important worry to have. The biggest part of a Wagoner County Oklahoma divorce is the child custody arrangement. Many divorced  parents have a custody and visitation arrangement in place if they share parenting duties with someone else. Generally, this requires some type of court paperwork to be in…

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Stepchildren and Wills in Wagoner County

Step-Children and Wills

Stepchildren and Wills have to be specifically addressed in estate planning. A Health and Retirement Study conducted from 1995 to 2010, addresses a growing trend regarding stepchildren and wills.  Of people in the age groups over 50 years old, 40% had no will or last testament.  This could cause a unique problem for families that include genetic and step-children and wills.  If a person…

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The Difference Between Common Law and Legal Marriage in Wagoner County

Common Law and Legal Marriage

It can be confusing to figure out the difference between common law and legal marriage. Oklahoma stands as one of the few states in the U.S. that recognizes common law marriages. Although similar in many respects to legal or ceremonial marriages, common law marriages in Oklahoma have distinct differences. This includes their own set of advantages and disadvantages. This article aims to delineate these…

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Explaining Embezzlement Crimes in Wagoner County

embezzlement crimes in Wagoner County

Embezzlement crimes in Wagoner County are serious and if convicted carry potential for jail time. An example of an embezzlement crime is as follows. The Oklahoma Beef Council accounting manager has recently been indicted on embezzlement charges.  Authorities believe the accounting manager stole over $2.6.  She used a signature stamp that she was ordered to destroy.  However, instead of discarding the stamp, the account…

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Unauthorized Use of Motorcycle in Wagoner County

unauthorized use of motorcycle

A Louisiana man is on the run after facing charges of unauthorized use of a motorcycle.  The 25 year old was in a high speed chase with police when he crashed a motorcycle which was reportedly stolen.  The man broke his leg during the crash, yet was able to evade police on foot by running from the ambulance.  To meet Oklahoma standards for a…

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Business Bankruptcy in Wagoner County

Business bankruptcy in Wagoner County is a great option. Bankruptcy is a helpful tool for individuals and businesses alike. People generally know, so long as you qualify, you can file bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the bankruptcy code. However, when you consider filing bankruptcy on behalf of your business the answer is not so clear. There are several types of business…

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Should I Get Divorced Or Separated In Oklahoma

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Should I get a separation or divorce in Wagoner County is a common question we get asked? Many in Oklahoma wonder what is best for them when they find that their relationships with their significant others are damaged beyond repair. The Wagoner Attorneys at Kania Law Office provide you with this overview of some key differences between separation or divorce in Wagoner County. What’s…

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Wagoner County Assault and Battery Laws

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Wagoner County Assault and Battery Laws are strict and if violated are charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. Assault and Battery occur more often than you would expect.  Imagine being in an argument and tempers flaring.  You reach out and slap a book out of someone’s hand or you clench your fist and step angrily toward the other person.  Simple acts such as…

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Domestic Abuse Charges in Wagoner County

Oklahoma legislators recently proposed HB1121.  This would create a streamlined domestic abuse court system in Oklahoma.  Because domestic abuse in Wagoner County generally takes on several aspects, cases would be assigned the same judge for the same domestic situation.  For instance, a domestic violence trial that involves custody and protective orders would have the same judge for each step: the protective order, the child…

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Deferred and Suspended Sentences in Wagoner County

Deferred and Suspended Sentences

Deferred and Suspended Sentences in Wagoner County are very different from each other. Many people hear about deferred sentences and suspended sentences in law.  However, not as many understand the intricacies and the differences in criminal sentencing.  And they are, notably different.  Below is a summary of the sentencing and how a deferment is different from a suspended sentence in a criminal case Deferred…

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