Misdemeanor Defense

We don’t always want to yield to authority, especially police officers if we suspect trouble may follow the sound of a siren.

However, fleeing and eluding an officer is a crime with significant penalties in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

What Does it Mean to Elude an Officer?

Tulsa law requires citizens to bring their car to stop when a peace officer of any kind either directs his siren or lights towards them.

Anyone who increases their speed, turns off their headlights, or does anything else in an attempt to escape may be found guilty of eluding an officer. Tulsa Municipal Ordinance Ch. 6 § 648

In order to secure a conviction of fleeing and eluding, a prosecutor will have to prove that the defendant:

1. was driving a motor vehicle;
2. received a red light and a siren from an officer;
3. the light and siren directed the defendant to stop; and
4. the defendant willfully eluded the officer.

Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 540A

Therefore, passengers may not be charged with fleeing and eluding an officer. The prosecution will have to present evidence that they acted with the intentions to evade the officer.

Penalties for Fleeing and Eluding in Oklahoma

If charged under Tulsa law, anyone convicted of fleeing and eluding an officer may face up to 90 days in jail, a fine between $100 and $1,250, and court costs, fees, and assessments.

Someone who has been charged under state law and committed this crime for the first time will face a misdemeanor charge, up to a year in jail, and a fine of up to $2,000.

A second time offender may face a year in prison and up to $5,000 in fines.

Penalties for this crime may result in a felony charge and up to five years in prison if someone is found guilty of endangering or causing serious bodily harm to others in his attempt to elude an officer. Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 540A

Initial Consultation: Tulsa Criminal Defense Lawyer

A conviction of eluding an officer can result in lengthy jail time and or hefty financial penalties. If you or someone you know is faced with this charge, please contact a Tulsa criminal defense attorney to discuss your available legal options.

Consult with an experienced attorney today by calling 918-913-0725.

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Sometimes the responsibility of driving doesn’t just require you to follow the rules of the road. If you’re caught with no proof of liability insurance in Tulsa, Oklahoma, you may find yourself in trouble and in court.

Consequences for No Proof of Liability Insurance

Both the city of Tulsa and the state of Oklahoma require liability insurance for your car. In fact, driving without insurance is against the law.

However, its not enough to simply have insurance; you also cannot drive with no proof of liability insurance. Tulsa Municipal Ordinance Ch. 13 § 1300

Your proof of insurance must include the name of your insurance company, your name and address, the dates of coverage, and the policy number. Okla. Stat. tit. 47 § 7-601.1

If you’re caught with no proof of liability insurance, you could face up to $250 in fines and 30 days in jail.

Initial Consultation: Tulsa Criminal Defense Attorney

When you are facing charges of any kind, it is always better to do it with the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Options are available to you. Call for a low-cost initial strategy session with an experienced Tulsa criminal defense attorney to discuss your available legal options.

Contact the Tulsa Criminal Defense Law Firm by calling 918-756-9600 or toll free at 1-888-447-7262.

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Sometimes encounters with the police don’t go as smoothly as you would like and you may find yourself charged with resisting arrest in Tulsa, Oklahoma. However, it is possible to fight this charge and receive either no penalty or a small fine. While there are never any guarantees, an attorney can certainly help ensure that you receive the best possible outcome in your Tulsa resisting arrest case.

Defining Resisting Arrest in Tulsa

While it’s usually best to cooperate with police officers, sometimes our encounters with law enforcement don’t always go so smoothly. The City of Tulsa defines this crime in a number of ways, meaning that several types of actions can lead to this charge.

For example, physical resistance, refusing to stop at the command of an officer, vocalizing or making a loud noise to obstruct an officer, or providing false information to an officer are all examples of resisting arrest. Also, refusing or failing to provide a correct name, date of birth, or address to an officer can also be construed as resisting arrest in a court of law.

Finally, creating a clear and present danger of physical harm to any person may also lead to a charge of resisting arrest. Tulsa Municipal Ordinance Ch. 3 § 300

Initial Consultation: Tulsa Criminal Defense Attorney

When you are facing charges of any kind, it is always better to do it with the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Options are available to you. Call for a low-cost initial strategy session with an experienced Tulsa criminal defense attorney to discuss your available legal options.

Contact the Tulsa Criminal Defense Law Firm by calling 918-756-9600 or toll free at 1-888-447-7262.

If you prefer, you can use the box in the upper right-hand corner of this page to send a question or brief message.