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The law is clear: in Oklahoma, it is against the law to drive while under the influence of alcohol or marijuana. But these two substances are not the same thing. Though both impair your driving ability, their effects on the body differ. And one of them is much harder...
Oklahoma law accounts for multiple types of drunk driving that encompass various punishment levels. They include: DUI – Driving under the influence DWI – Driving while impaired APC – Actual physical control DUI with a child in the vehicle Felony DUI if the arrest...
A new law considered in Oklahoma would make DUI offenders more financially responsible for the children whose parents died as a result of their unfortunate decision to get behind the wheel when drunk. Lawmakers in the Oklahoma House have introduced a bill that would...
Having a commercial driver’s license (CDL) suspended, disqualified, or revoked by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) creates uncertainty. In addition to tickets, fines, and increased insurance costs, the consequences could cost you your job. Specific requirements...
Getting arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving after a car accident can mean serious legal problems. Especially if somebody got seriously hurt. Oklahoma's statute criminalizing DUI crashes involving bodily injury imposes heavy penalties if those injuries were...
Almost everyone knows that driving a vehicle after drinking could lead to a DUI (drinking under the influence) charge. But did you know you could face charges even if you're not behind the wheel? APC or "actual physical control" is a legal charge that could occur if...
Marijuana DUIs are a tricky subject, both in Oklahoma and the rest of the country. The laws are still evolving, arrest policies aren’t uniformly enforced and cases that make it to trial can go either way depending on the judge. Here’s a quick breakdown of cannabis DUI...
Oklahoma City loves its sporting events. Thunder, Energy and Dodgers games reliably draw fans who love the spectacle of sports and the opportunity to relieve a little stress in the form of alcoholic beverages. Unfortunately, the length of some sporting events, and...
A night on the town celebrating and relaxing at a local bar can turn tragic in a split second. A driver getting behind the wheel of a car, regardless of how much alcohol is consumed, presents potential dangers to anyone on the road. Serous DUI manslaughter charges...
Usually, when a person gets arrested for driving under the influence in Oklahoma, they think of alcohol or illegal drugs. However, it’s possible to be charged with the crime even while on legally-prescribed medication. What are the laws for DUI regarding prescription...