Impersonating Someone Could Lead To 10 Years in Prison Video Transcribed: Hi, this is Wagoner County attorney Stuart Ericson. Today we're going to talk about falsely personating another to create liability in Oklahoma. That is a felony offense to falsely personate another and there are certain elements to that crime. As with every crime, the state has to prove each and … [Read more...] about Is It a Felony to Impersonate Someone in Oklahoma?
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Felonies are serious criminal offenses in Oklahoma that carry severe penalties, including long-term imprisonment and significant fines. Understanding the difference between felony and misdemeanor charges is crucial, as felony convictions can reshape your entire future. For residents near Wagoner, consulting a knowledgeable Wagoner Felonies attorney can provide clarity on charges, potential defenses, and the legal process ahead.
If you face felony charges, timely and skilled legal representation is vital. The Wagoner attorney team at Wirth Law Office - Bartlesville is prepared to help you understand your rights and build a defense strategy tailored to your case. If you need legal help, call Wirth Law Office - Wagoner at (918) 485-0335 for guidance through this challenging time.
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This Is Where Plea Bargains and Discoveries Come In Video Transcribed: This is Oklahoma lawyer Stuart Ericson and today we're going to talk about just broadly the steps in a felony criminal case. The first step, of course, is somebody is arrested or turns themselves in. You find out you have a warrant out for your arrest and you turn yourself in. If you do not know, you … [Read more...] about What Are the Steps in an Oklahoma Felony Criminal Case?
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85% Of Prison Time Is Required for Parole Consideration Video Transcribed: My name is Stuart Ericson. I am a lawyer in Wagoner, Oklahoma. Today's question is, what is a DOC sentence in an Oklahoma criminal case, and the practical effects of that? So, let's say you do get sentenced to the Department of Corrections, either via plea agreement, again that's an agreement … [Read more...] about What Is a DOC Sentence in an Oklahoma Criminal Case?
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Larceny and Possession Can Both Lead to Serious Consequences Video Transcribed: Hi, my name is Stuart Ericson and I am a lawyer in Wagoner County. We're talking about some vehicle crimes. So we're talking about larceny of a vehicle versus possession of a stolen vehicle because they are different and they are charged quite a bit. So possession of a stolen vehicle is when … [Read more...] about Oklahoma Law: Larceny of a Vehicle v. Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
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Unauthorized Motor Vehicle Use Could Get You Two Years in Prison Video Transcribed: This is Wagoner Attorney Stuart Ericson, and we're talking about some automobile or vehicle crimes right now. One that sometimes surprises people is just an offense called unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. That's found not even in our criminal Title 21. It's in Title 47 under the … [Read more...] about What Is Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle in Oklahoma?
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85% Crimes Are Mostly a Violent Variety of CrimesVideo Transcribed: What is an 85% crime in the state of Oklahoma? I am Stuart Erickson, Wagoner attorney.85% of crimes are found in and talked about in Title 21 of Oklahoma law, called statutes, section 13.1. Obviously, 85% of crimes are going to be the more violent variety of crimes, such the murder, rape, robbery, et … [Read more...] about What Is an 85% Crime in Oklahoma?
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Violent Crime Offenses Involve Force or Threat of ForceVideo Transcribed: What is a violent crime in the state of Oklahoma? I am Wagoner Attorney Stuart Ericson. Violent crimes are listed in Oklahoma law called statutes in Title 57, Section 571. And there's a whole list of crimes that are deemed violent. Some of them obviously are very clear that everybody would know, … [Read more...] about What Is a Violent Crime in Oklahoma?
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Shooting with intent to kill is a serious charge in Wagoner, Oklahoma. Read on to learn more about this crime. Shooting With Intent to Kill Defined Shooting with intent to kill in Oklahoma is defined as the intentional and wrongful firing of a firearm at another with the intention of killing that person, including an unborn child. Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 652 The crime is a … [Read more...] about Charged with Shooting with Intent to Kill in Wagoner? Learn More
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People steal credit and debit cards all the time. This leads to many cases of unauthorized use of a credit card in Wagoner, Oklahoma. As cybercriminals get smarter, cybercrime takes on new proportions. In 2018, credit card theft was all about cumulative small thefts which can add up to big amounts over time. These smaller amounts are often easy for the consumer to … [Read more...] about How Serious is Unauthorized Use of a Credit Card?
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Second Degree Burglary in Wagoner Many jurisdictions, including Oklahoma, classify crimes according to degree. The higher the number, the less severe the crime, with first degree always being the most serious classification for a crime in Oklahoma. Oklahoma charges burglary in the first and in the second degree. If you are fighting a charge of second degree burglary, here … [Read more...] about How Can I Fight a Second Degree Burglary Charge in Wagoner?
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The right to bear arms is guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. But that right is not absolute. States have the right to regulate the possession of firearms. One of the ways states like Oklahoma do so is to regulate who is allowed to possess and carry. Oklahoma law prohibits possession of a firearm after the commission of a felony. What The Law … [Read more...] about Facing a Possession of a Firearm After Commission of a Felony Charge in Wagoner: What Now?
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Robbery with a Firearm is a Serious Crime in Wagoner, Oklahoma Robbery in and of itself is a serious crime in Oklahoma. Using a firearm during the commission of a robbery adds years to an already long jail term. Here is what you need to know about robbery with a firearm. Oklahoma law differentiates theft crimes in many ways. One way it does that is to separate crimes … [Read more...] about Examining Robbery with a Firearm in Wagoner
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Assault and Battery in General In order to understand what assault and battery on a police officer is, it is important to first understand what assault and battery is. In Oklahoma, assault is one crime and battery is another. In Oklahoma, an assault is defined as an intentional attempt or threat of force or violence against another person. Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 641. … [Read more...] about Can I Beat an Assault and Battery on a Police Officer Charge in Wagoner?
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First Degree Manslaughter: It's a Matter of Intent We hear the term "manslaughter" often. It is on the news, in newspapers and on our favorite television police dramas. Unless you have had a reason to deal with it, you may not know what first degree manslaughter really means. Here are some things you may want to know about how this crime is handled in Oklahoma. Manslaughter … [Read more...] about What is a First Degree Manslaughter Charge in Wagoner?
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Intent to Kill Crimes In Oklahoma We all know that shooting with the intent to kill someone is a serious crime. Like all crimes rooted in violence, this crime has serious repercussions if you are charged or convicted. An attempt to kill is always taken seriously in Oklahoma. Here are some things that you might want to know about the crime and how it is handled in … [Read more...] about Definition of Shooting with Intent to Kill in Wagoner
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Beyond Simple Assault and Battery Oklahoma has a number of laws that deal with assault and battery. From simple assault and battery to assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery can look very different from one case to another, depending on the circumstances. It is important to contact an attorney in Wagoner to help you navigate these laws. In … [Read more...] about What Happens if Convicted of Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon in Wagoner Oklahoma?
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Vehicle Burglary Can Have Serious Consequences Burglary of all sorts is a crime of stealth. The term conjures images of a masked man carrying a bag in which he will put his loot as he steps lightly making his getaway. And the images are warranted to some extent. In Oklahoma, burglary is an illegal breaking and entering into the property of another with the intent to take … [Read more...] about In Wagoner What is Vehicle Burglary?
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All deaths in which one person kills another are homicides, but not all homicides rise to the level of a criminal act. Murder is the most serious kind of homicide in Wagoner, Oklahoma. It is a criminal act done with intent. Manslaughter is a death that occurs without a specific intent to kill. Oklahoma manslaughter in the first degree is the most serious type of … [Read more...] about What is Oklahoma Manslaughter in the First Degree?
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A felony is defined as any crime which may punished by death or with imprisonment an Oklahoma state penitentiary. Most felonies are generally punished with more than one year in prison, as well. However, in Wagoner, committing the actual crime itself isn't the only way someone can face consequences if they are an "accessory" to the crime. Helping someone else commit a … [Read more...] about How Does a Wagoner Court Define Accessory to Felony Charges in Oklahoma?
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A charge of assault and battery usually follows a fight or physical use of force against another person. "Simple" assault and battery is usually a misdemeanor crime in Wagoner, Oklahoma. However, is aggravated assault and battery a felony in Oklahoma? Usually the answer is "yes." Aggravated assault and battery can be much more serious and lead to large fines and … [Read more...] about Is Aggravated Assault and Battery a Felony in Oklahoma?
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Words may not mean much, but if you don't listen to a police officer it may land you in trouble. You may end up in jail asking questions such as, is obstructing an officer a felony in Oklahoma? While obstructing an officer in Wagoner is a misdemeanor crime, it is still a criminal offense. Thus, you should take every step possible to cooperate with law enforcement … [Read more...] about Is Obstructing an Officer a Felony in Oklahoma?
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Most people have heard of the term "felon in possession." However, in Wagoner, Oklahoma, what makes something possession of firearm after felony conviction? A person convicted of any felony in any state could charged with a crime if they are found to be in possession of any firearm. Even being in possession of a legally registered handgun is a violation of this … [Read more...] about What is Possession of Firearm After Felony Conviction?
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We have all experienced a moment of anger where we have lost our temper. Many people experience this when they are defending themselves or they are defending another person. However, if you lash out physically against another person, you can be charged with assault in Wagoner under Oklahoma criminal laws. Oklahoma specifically separates the charges of assault and battery … [Read more...] about Charged with Assault in Wagoner? What to Know
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You are speeding and a Wagoner County officer pulls in behind you, flashes his lights, and turns on his siren. You may be tempted to accelerate to try to flee or elude the officer to avoid a speeding ticket. However, fleeing and eluding a peace officer can be a felony charge that may result in both jail time and fines. If you have been charged with fleeing and eluding a … [Read more...] about Fleeing and Eluding in Wagoner Oklahoma May Be a Felony
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A felony charge in Wagoner County is a serious circumstance. In addition to a prison sentence and stiff fines, a person charged with a felony in Wagoner County risks the loss of certain civil rights, such as the right to use, own or possess a firearm, the right to sit on a jury, and the right to vote. Furthermore, if convicted of a felony charge in Wagoner County, a person … [Read more...] about Defending a Felony Charge in Wagoner County
