When Should You File a Probate in Creek County

Dies Without A Will

Knowing whether you should file a probate in Creek County can be tricky. According to Oklahoma law, the necessity of filing probate depends on the type of property that administers upon death. Solid estate planning can help save estate money and simplify the transfer of property when a person dies. This happens by utilizing probate avoidance tools that are fairly straightforward and simple to […]

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Handling A Bench Warrant For Failure to Pay in Creek County

Bench Trial

Handling a bench warrant for failure to pay in Creek County can be a difficult task for most people facing one. In Oklahoma, when someone doesn’t fulfill their financial obligations from a criminal case, such as fines and costs, a judge may issue a bench warrant for their arrest. This type of warrant can also arise in civil cases due to non-payment as mandated […]

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Sole Child Custody in Creek County and How Do I Get It

Modifying Child Custody Orders

Sole child custody in Creek County involves the situation where one parent acts as the primary decision maker for the children of the parents involved in the case. Child custody cases are most common in divorce or paternity cases. Sometimes the parents can agree on what type of custody they want. If this is the what’s going on in your case the matter will […]

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What Is an Application to Revoke in Creek County

Application to revoke in Creek County Oklahoma

Application to revoke in Creek County  is filed by the District Attorneys office in Sapulpa. An application to revoke is filed when the State believes that you’ve violated the terms of your probation.  Sometimes when a crime occurs, the court will provide the option of a suspended or a deferred sentence.  For a suspended sentence you must enter a plea of guilty to the […]

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Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicles

PTSD and First Responders

The failure to yield to emergency vehicles is a costly mistake in Creek County. A Keaton, Ohio EMT is dead and another is fighting critical injuries after a vehicle collided with an ambulance.  The ambulance, with lights and sirens on, was broad-sided by a vehicle which was a failure to yield on part of the civilian driver.  The driver of the ambulance died at […]

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Assault and Battery Explained by Creek County Attorney

Charges and Conviction

Assault and Battery is a fairly common charge when it comes to crimes in Creek County.  Take for instance a September news story where a youth basketball coach faced charges of assault and battery against a referee.  The official made a call that set the coach off.  He then hit the ref with his clipboard and a scuffle ensued in which the coach ended […]

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Harboring a Fugitive in Creek County

Speeding in a School Zone

Harboring a Fugitive in Creek County is a common crime. It’s an obvious thought to many people that helping a loved one or family member run from the law is a normal reaction.  Unfortunately, this is also against the law.  Take for instance the recent story from Morganton, NC.  A man left a gas station without paying for his gas.  The station attendant described […]

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Interfering With an Emergency Call

Injure Hands At Work

Interfering with an Emergency call in Creek County is a misdemeanor crime. An example of the charge is a case where a Connecticut mother and son recently faced arrest on domestic dispute charges.  The mother discovered the son stealing items from the rooms of family members during a family gathering.  Upon this discovery she attempted to call 911.  The son—noticing her calling—threw a perfume […]

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False Impersonation Charges in Creek County

False Impersonation charges

False Impersonation Charges in Creek County can be charged as a felony. Most people think about false impersonation as a type of identity theft by strangers.  However, this is not always the case.  Take for instance you sign a contract for your spouse.  If the contract comes into legal question and the signature on the form is not your spouse’s, but you signing for […]

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Workers Compensation and Independent Contractors in Oklahoma

Workers Compensation and Independent Contractors

Workers Compensation and Independent Contractors status in Oklahoma determines if you’re eligible for coverage. In September of 2017, a man working in Okmulgee on a construction site broke his hand and arm.  He caught his arm in a concrete mixer on the worksite.  Most people would expect the company to be responsible for the injuries.  However, this is not always the case.  It can […]

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