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Scattered coins near ‘Traffic Violation’ sack—unexpected financial impact of traffic fines in Oklahoma.
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

In this article, you can discover… How your driving record can be impacted by a traffic ticket in Oklahoma. The legal consequences of ignoring a traffic ticket. How an attorney can help you contest a traffic ticket and successfully navigate the law. How Might My Driving Record And License Points Be Impacted By A Traffic Ticket? There are a number…Read More

Two wedding rings on a visa document, debunking myths about fiancé visas.
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

Love has the power to overcome many challenges, but distance can sometimes feel like its toughest obstacle. For couples planning to marry across borders, immigration visa issues can complicate the journey. In this article, we’ll address some of the most common myths and misunderstandings surrounding the critical Fiancé Visa, including: How a criminal record might impact your Fiancé Visa application.…Read More

Legal advice paper on U visa, with key points on preventing common application mistakes
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

In Oklahoma and across the country, too many victims of serious crimes remain silent, afraid that coming forward might jeopardize their immigration status. Unfortunately, aggressors and criminals exploit this fear to keep witnesses quiet. What many people don’t realize is that the U Visa was created to protect crime victims and even provide a path to citizenship in the midst…Read More

A woman in handcuffs, representing a moment in juvenile criminal defence proceeding
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

This article outlines the essential information Oklahoma parents need to protect their children, including: The first step to take when your child is arrested (even before calling a lawyer). The rights juveniles have in Oklahoma and the potential penalties they may face. How a criminal conviction can impact your child’s future—and how to help prevent it. What Is The First…Read More

The stamp reading 'EXPUNGEMENT,' symbolizing legal clearance of criminal records
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

A past mistake doesn’t have to hold you back forever. In Oklahoma, certain criminal charges and convictions can be cleared from your record through the expungement process. This article covers the basics and limitations of expungement, including: What expungement is and who qualifies. What can be removed from your record and the benefits of doing so. Steps to take if…Read More

New USCIS Fee Exemptions for Immigrant Survivors of Abuse, Trafficking, and Other Crimes
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

On January 31, 2024, USCIS Published its final rule on fee changes for applications, due to take effect on April 1, 2024 (“New Fee Rule”). The New Fee Rule can be found in the Federal Register at 89 Fed. Reg. 6,194 (Jan. 31, 2024), and USCIS has published Frequently Asked Questions at https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees/frequently-asked-questions-on-the-uscis-fee-rule. USCIS also published a new fee schedule…Read More

Tulsa Municipal Court To Offer Thursday Night Court Sessions For Municipal Citations
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

To provide more accessibility and convenience for those with municipal citations, Tulsa Municipal Court will start Thursday Night Court starting September 7, 2023. During Thursday Night Court, Tulsa Municipal Court hours will extend its hours until 7 p.m. to accommodate individuals with obligations during regular court hours who may find it challenging to appear for their citations. “Programs like Night…Read More

U-Visa For Victims Of Crime | Tulsa Immigration Lawyers
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

DUI Checkpoint in the Brookside area:  The Tulsa Police Department reported a DUI Checkpoint will be held on May 26, 2017 in the Brookside area from 10 pm until 3 am. The statement on the TPD website states the following: “On Friday, May 26, 2017 the Tulsa Police Department Riverside Division, with assistance from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Tulsa…Read More

  • By: Carlos L. Williams

Broken Arrow DUI Checkpoint update:  Local authorities released a statement regarding a Broken Arrow DUI Checkpoint on December 30th at 71st (Kenosha) and 23rd St from 10 pm until 3 am. More information can be found in a recent Tulsa World story here. Broken Arrow DUI Checkpoint update DUI checkpoints function as a general purpose investigatory tactic whereby police can get a close…Read More

Driving While License Under Suspension Breakdown
  • By: Carlos L. Williams

In Oklahoma, it is unlawful to drive a motor vehicle on public roads, streets, highways, turnpikes or other public place when a person’s privilege to do so has been canceled, denied, suspended or revoked. Oklahoma law requires an individual to surrender his/her license if it is suspended, revoked or canceled. There are stiff penalties for driving without a valid license…Read More

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