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In Oklahoma, aggravated assault charges are very serious felonies, but it is not an automatic conviction. Because the prosecution bears the “burden of proof,” a strategic defense focuses on undermining their evidence or providing a legal justification for your actions. If you or a loved one is facing charges under 21 O.S. § 646 or charges in the Cherokee Nation Tribal Court, here are…
In Oklahoma, challenging a will is a high-stakes legal battle that essentially asks a judge to “throw out” a deceased person’s final wishes. Because Oklahoma law presumes that a properly signed will is valid, the burden of proof is on the person challenging it. If you believe a will is invalid, here is a breakdown of the basics you need to understand to win…
When someone mentions “child abuse charges” in a legal context, it often refers to a broad range of criminal charges, from physical injury to emotional neglect or the failure to protect a child from others. In Cherokee County, these charges are treated with extreme severity, but the path of the legal process depends heavily on where the alleged incident occurred and whether the parties…
If you’ve ever wondered about the specifics of burglary charges in Oklahoma, you’re not alone. As a criminal defense attorney practicing in the Sooner State, I often field questions from clients and the community about what constitutes different degrees of burglary. In this article, we’ll dive into second-degree burglary—what it means, its elements, potential penalties, and why understanding it matters if you or a…
Understanding the basics of an appeal is essential, as it can have significant consequences for your case. In the legal system, an appeal is where a higher court reviews a decision made by a lower court. If you are in a legal case in Tahlequah and believe that an error was made during the trial or that the verdict was unfair, you may have…