Policing for Profit
Did you know that law enforcement can seize your property and force you to go to court to get it back, even... Read More
Keep Your Mouth Shut!
When I first visit with a criminal client, I usually like to have a copy of the police report or probable cause... Read More
Eyewitness Testimony
In this post on themarshallproject.org, Penny Beerstein, the Rape Victim in Making a Murderer gives a statement regarding her participation in the... Read More
Incarcerating for Disease
Last week 60 Minutes had a fabulous piece where they interviewed Michael Botticelli, the Director of National Drug Control Policy, or “Drug... Read More
Why waiting for an expungement might make you ineligible…
In the past couple of weeks I have had several clients come in for a new charge. When I inquire about their... Read More
But I Thought it Was a Misdemeanor?
Oklahoma has several crimes that upon first offense are just considered Misdemeanors, but second offenses are potentially felonies. And the Oklahoma Legislature,... Read More
Honest Mistakes
One of my first experiences as a young lawyer-to-be had a huge impact on my view of our criminal justice system. I was... Read More
New Car Seat Rules
Another modification to Oklahoma Law that went into affect on November 1, regards car seats. KOCO.com ran a good graphic that showed... Read More
Texting and Driving
Beginning yesterday, Oklahoma became one of the last states to enact a law specifically banning texting and driving. Nevermind that we already... Read More
No Refusal Weekend
There has been some publicity regarding what is called a “no refusal weekend” in Norman tonight and tomorrow. Here is how it works: If you... Read More