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02 May
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What Happens During a Typical Arraignment?

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What Happens During a Typical Arraignment?

During a typical arraignment, a person arrested for a crime hears the charges against him and enters a plea to the judge. An arraignment happens after the person is arrested. He may spend some time in jail immediately after the arrest, depending on when a judge is available or when the arraignment is scheduled. During the Arraignment An arraignment is the first time that someone accused of a crime (called a “defendant”) meets a criminal court judge. This hearing will take place at a courthouse in a courtroom, where the judge sits at the front of the room. There may be many...

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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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24 July
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The Effect of a DUI on Your Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License

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The Effect of a DUI on Your Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License

Being charged or convicted of a DUI while holding a commercial driver’s license could cost you your license or even your job. To obtain a commercial driver’s license or CDL, you must pass a test and meet higher state-established standards than holders of non-commercial licenses. Similarly, the federal government has established higher standards than some states for when a commercial driver loses his license after a DUI. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration sets minimum standards that holders of CDLs must meet. States perform the practical administration of applications, renewal, and reinstatement of CDLs and may set even higher standards for...

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19 June
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What Happens to Your Driver’s License with a DUI Charge

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If you have been charged with or arrested for a DUI, one of your first questions is probably what happens to your driver’s license. In Oklahoma, you may be able to keep your license with restrictions, but you must take action very quickly after you first have contact with the police. Read on to learn more about the effect of a DUI on your driving privileges. First, if you are 21 or older and your breath or blood test shows a 0.08 alcohol concentration or higher, the law enforcement officer arresting you will seize your driver’s license. The same is true...

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07 June
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Guide to Your First Court Appearance

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Guide to Your First Court Appearance

If you are planning to go to court for the first time, it can be a nerve-wracking new experience. Friends and family members may give you tips, but being prepared for court goes beyond listening to shared stories. By doing a little research and taking the time to prepare, you can help yourself navigate the justice system, whether you are attending court for jury duty, to testify as a witness, or because you have been charged with a crime. First, figure out where and when you are required to appear. If you received a notice in the mail to appear as...

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