Tracy Tiernan - May 13, 2020 - Criminal Defense
Under Oklahoma, victims of certain crimes can seek protection from alleged abusers in the form of either protective orders (POs) or victim protection orders (VPO). Sometimes referred to as restraining orders, these orders are designed to prevent harassment, intimidation, or harm. Understandably, a person who is charged with violating these orders can face strict penalties. […]
Tracy Tiernan - April 10, 2020 - Criminal Defense
At the beginning of March 2020, several new drugs were added to Oklahoma’s controlled substance list. This list exists in addition to the federal drug list. Any substance on either list is also automatically classified as a controlled substance in Oklahoma. To decrease your risk of a drug conviction, avoid the following new additions to […]
Tracy Tiernan - March 14, 2020 - Criminal Defense
Everyone in Oklahoma should understand some vital details about the age of consent. Without understanding age of consent laws, even consensual relationships can lead to negative long-term consequences. What is the Age of Consent in Oklahoma? In the state of Oklahoma, the age of consent is 16 years old. While this might seem like a […]