In November 2016, voters in Oklahoma resoundingly said they're fed up with the way drug crimes are prosecuted. State Question 780 modified the drug possession statute. It made every simple possession of drugs a misdemeanor. It won't matter where you had the drugs, what kind of drug it was, or how many times you've been arrested for drug possession--it will always be a … [Read more...] about This is the (current) law that prosecutors will use to overturn the will of Oklahoma voters
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How to get pulled over in Oklahoma–OR–What NOT to do if you’re driving with drugs in your car
The following is a list of ridiculous reasons why law enforcement can pull you over in Oklahoma. Doing any of these will turn your car into a probable cause mobile. Driving with your fog lamps on when it's not foggy. 47 O.S. § 12-217 states that fog lamps can only be used when visibility is 1/2 mile or less. Better play it safe and just don't turn them on at all within our … [Read more...] about How to get pulled over in Oklahoma–OR–What NOT to do if you’re driving with drugs in your car
New Oklahoma Criminal Laws in 2016 – Summary
This post summarizes each new Oklahoma law relating to criminal justice that went into effect in 2016. When I originally started this endeavor, I thought I would be making a handful of posts. I ended up making 22 posts. I'm confident that my site has the most comprehensive analysis of Oklahoma criminal laws that went into effect in 2016. Part 1 - DUI prosecutions by … [Read more...] about New Oklahoma Criminal Laws in 2016 – Summary
New Oklahoma Laws In 2016 Part 22 – Legally Carry More Types Of Knives
SB 1159 legalized the carrying of any dagger, bowie knife, dirk knife, or sword cane. A bill that went into effect in 2015 legalized the carrying of switchblades. Convicted felons cannot carry firearms, so this law will be useful in allowing them to carry something for self-defense. It also decriminalizes behavior that many people were doing anyway. It's a good way to allow … [Read more...] about New Oklahoma Laws In 2016 Part 22 – Legally Carry More Types Of Knives
New Oklahoma Laws In 2016 Part 21 – Granting Drug Courts Authority To Waive Remaining Fees, Court Costs, & Fines
HB 3119 grants drug courts authority to waive remaining fees, court costs, and fines, upon successful completion of drug court if the court believes that continued payment would create a financial hardship for the offender. The court can also now waive any requirement that fines and costs be satisfied by a person prior to that person being eligible for a provisional driver … [Read more...] about New Oklahoma Laws In 2016 Part 21 – Granting Drug Courts Authority To Waive Remaining Fees, Court Costs, & Fines