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Oklahoma Questions & Answers
Q: How long does the district attorney have to pick up charges in the state of Oklahoma after the police have filed them?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Sep 3, 2015
Answered on Sep 4, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
What you are asking concerns the statute of limitations. Here is a link that might help: http://research.lawyers.com/oklahoma/oklahoma-statutes-of-limitations.html
Q: If I have an outstanding warrant for a misdemeanor but have had a clean record up til this point. Could I be picked up?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Sep 3, 2015
Answered on Sep 4, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Yes. You have an outstanding warrant. The warrant is for your arrest, right? You can be arrested.
Q: After filling a petition in error in Oklahoma, when shall I file the appellant brief
1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Oklahoma on Aug 13, 2015
Answered on Sep 1, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Each state has its own rules of appellate procedure. Get to a law library, find the right rules, and start reading them.
Q: How do I find out if someone is on the 10th circuit court of appeals list for a death row inmate
1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Oklahoma on Aug 21, 2015
Answered on Sep 1, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Go to the court website, and start looking for what you need to know. https://www.ca10.uscourts.gov/
Q: Husband is CEO w/1 partner. He owns 40%. Upon his death he wants to distribute 20% to a daughter and step-daughter,
1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Oklahoma on Apr 26, 2015
Answered on Aug 30, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
Yes, if the funds are available when he dies. Contact your local Attorney to discuss the issues. TJP
Q: Is it legal for my ex husband to file custody without serving me papers?
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Oklahoma on Aug 28, 2015
Answered on Aug 30, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
You have a good argument. However, you need to contact a local Family Law Attorney to review the issue of \"Notice\". TJP
Q: After an arrest & u go court receive your charges and a bond is set,Can the court say they have more charges
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Jun 25, 2015
Answered on Aug 30, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
The DA can amend the petition. Call a local Oklahoma Attorney to help address your questions. TJP
Q: Does a child support check need to come from a bank account with the payor\\\'s name on it or can a girlfriend pay it?
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
Anyone can pay. But, whoever pays better clearly print on the check that the payment is specically for ChildSupport and print the name of who owes the ChildSupport. Contact a local Oklahoma Attorney to assist you further. TJP
Q: Are all United States Patents good Internationally?
Adam Studnicki's answer
Generally speaking, patent rights generally apply to the country in which the patent is granted, but patent protection may be sought in multiple countries. A local patent lawyer can advise based on your specific circumstances.
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Q: After a person has paid restitution from walmart for under ringing can walmart one store manger say a person is ban from
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Jul 23, 2015
Answered on Aug 26, 2015
Q: can i practice target shooting in Broken Arrow, OK in a field nearby a housing district or no?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Aug 24, 2015
Answered on Aug 25, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Probably not, consult local ordinances and ask the local police department.
Q: Are court minutes enforceable without an actual written order in oklahoma
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
What are the facts? You gave none at all, just a question.
Q: Me and my ex have been legally separated for 4 years. He filed the divorce and his attorney is not repenting him becaue
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
You should get your own Oklahoma Family Law attorney and finish out the divorce. You should get the final decree drafted to your desires and have your husband served with the final decree along with a date for presentment, so that he can attend or not. If he fails to attend and you can show good service on him then a default decree is a likely outcome. TJP
Q: In oklahoma, how long does a judge have to make a decision when the case is under advisement?
1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Oklahoma on Jul 1, 2015
Answered on Aug 15, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
A reasonable amount of time based on the complexity of the case...
Q: How do I gain custody of my 15 year old brother when I'm 19?
1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Oklahoma on Jul 10, 2015
Answered on Aug 15, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
Tough situation. You will definitely need to be able to show the court that you can provide food, shelter... for your newborn and your autistic younger brother. You should find a local Oklahoma Attorney to help you with the guardianship. TJP
Q: Can visitation be denied due to a FTA warrant on a felony DUI case being issued?
1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Oklahoma on Jul 11, 2015
Answered on Aug 15, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
The unfortunate truth is probably, yes. However, you will need to discuss the particular set of facts surrounding your case with your Oklahoma Family Law Attorney. TJP
Q: Where do I go to get a Answer form as a written response in the dissolution of marriage papers i received?
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
You will likely have little success finding a response form to answer any petition or set of interrogatories at any courthouse. Your best bet is to secure the assistance of a local Oklahoma Family Law Attorney as soon as possible. Answering within the 20 day time period is very important! TJP
Q: My fiancee is currently incarcerated.
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
"Common Law Marriage" comes to my mind. But, the facts are a bit sparse. Contact your local Oklahoma Family Law Attorney. TJP
Q: Do I need a lawyer for being accused of stealing a gas can?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Jul 15, 2015
Answered on Aug 15, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
That depends. How valuable was the gas can? Grand Larceny v. Petit Larceny? Did you commit a felony with the gas can? At any rate, you should contact your local Oklahoma Criminal Defense Attorney to discuss the details of your case. TJP
Q: If you have been sentenced two years in oklahoma but have a hold in texas do you have to do the full two before transfer
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Oklahoma on Aug 15, 2015
Answered on Aug 15, 2015
Timothy J. Pickens' answer
It would be helpful to know the specifics about your husband's Oklahoma conviction. However, from your information, the 2 year consecutive seems better than a 4 year concurrent. Because, if he has already served all but 7 months in Texas then theoretically he should only have 2 years and 7 months instead of 4 years and 7 months. At anyrate, the department of corrections can increase or decrease his time in for any number of reasons. You should schedule an appoitment with a local Oklahoma...