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26 February
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How Long Will You Be in Jail After a DUI Arrest?

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How Long Will You Be in Jail After a DUI Arrest?

In Oklahoma, the length of time that people remain in jail after DUI arrests varies widely by county. The county in which the arrest occurs often determines the length of jail stay and whether a reasonable bond amount is available. After someone is arrested for DUI, he or she is taken to the local jail for processing. Some people go before a judge right away to enter a plea or are able to leave jail before seeing a judge. Others (especially those arrested on weekends or holidays) may have to wait for quite a while in a holding cell. After being...

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19 February
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Conditions of Bail and Probation in Oklahoma

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Conditions of Bail and Probation in Oklahoma

In Oklahoma, judges can place conditions on bail and probation for criminal defendants. The conditions that any one person may have to follow can vary widely, and it is important to understand them so you do not end up back in jail. Violating bail or probation conditions also could lead to the authorities’ recommendation that you receive a stiffer sentence. Conditions of Bail To get released from jail on bail, you pay the court a sum of money determined by the judge. As long as you return for your scheduled hearings, you get the money back. In Oklahoma, you may also be...

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17 August
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More Commonly Asked Questions about a Criminal Case

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More Commonly Asked Questions about a Criminal Case

When people face criminal charges for the first time, they probably will hear many unfamiliar words used by law enforcement, judges, and attorneys. The previous blog explored common questions about the people involved in the criminal justice system. This blog discusses some of the terms people hear in court. What is the difference among a hearing, trial, and sentencing? A hearing is a pretrial court appearance. If the prosecutor decides to press charges against someone, he or she will attend a bail hearing and maybe an arraignment, which are hearings at which the judge decides bail and explains the charges. If the...

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10 January
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Bail: How Does It Work?

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Bail: How Does It Work?

If you or a loved one needs to make bail, you probably have questions about the process. Here are a few tips to help you move forward. After you have been arrested, you will be booked into jail, where you will wait until your first time seeing a judge. This initial appearance is called an arraignment. At the arraignment, you will be told the charges against you. The judge will set a bond amount that you must post to leave jail and return home to your family. Sometimes, the judge will release you on an “Own Recognizance” Bond, meaning you do...

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