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Does Expungement Clear OSCN and ODCR Tulsa Records?
In Oklahoma, expungement is a sealing of criminal records from public view. It acts like an erasure. You can truthfully say that your scrape with the law never happened if you are questioned about it. The state legislature recently passed laws that make it easier for non-violent criminals to seal their records, including those on systems such as OSCN and […] Read more »Can I Expunge a Restraining Order in Tulsa?
Protective orders, sometimes called restraining orders, are needed in certain circumstances. A Tulsa, Oklahoma court often issues an emergency protective order in the case of domestic abuse, to protect a victim from an alleged stalker, or to protect a victim from harassment. In cases of domestic violence, a protective order requires one of the parties to […] Read more »What is the Process for Criminal Records Expungement in Tulsa?
In Tulsa, Oklahoma, a criminal records expungement acts as an erasure. It is a sealing of court documents that prevents the public from seeing your criminal records. Types of Criminal Records Expungement in Tulsa There are two types of expungement possible in Oklahoma. The first type is expungement of your entire criminal record. Okla. Stat. […] Read more »Must I Still Register as a Sex Offender in Oklahoma if I Get a Pardon?
If you were convicted of a sex crime, you must register as a sex offender in Oklahoma, even if the crime has been pardoned. A pardon does not alter your responsibility to register as a sex offender in Tulsa. You must register and provide all information required by law. Okla. Stat. tit. 57 § 584 […] Read more »Help! Tulsa Prosecutors See My Record Expungement in Oklahoma
Even if you have had a record expungement in Oklahoma, you could theoretically be declared a prior offender if you are charged with another crime. Read on to learn more about the different types of expungement in Tulsa. FAQ: Record Expungement in Oklahoma There are two types of record expungement in Oklahoma. The first option […] Read more »