Florida Man Runs Date Because She Wouldn’t Smell His Feet
A Florida man allegedly ran over a woman he met on a first date after she refused to let him smell her feet. According to news reports, the woman—a foot model—met the man online. After declining his strange request, she says he followed her, hit her with his vehicle, and took off. Thankfully, she survived. The man was arrested and faces several charges in Florida.
If something like this happened in Oklahoma, what crimes could apply? Oklahoma law has specific statutes that cover situations where someone uses a vehicle as a weapon, injures another person, or flees after causing harm. If you’ve been accused of a similar offense—or if you need to understand your rights—contact The Urbanic Law Firm for a free consultation with an experienced Oklahoma criminal defense attorney.
Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon
Under 21 O.S. § 645, you can be charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon if you use any dangerous instrument—including a vehicle—with intent to do bodily harm. The Oklahoma Uniform Jury Instruction defines this as willfully using a weapon or other object capable of causing death or great bodily harm. If a car is used to hit or attempt to hit someone intentionally, prosecutors can treat that vehicle as the dangerous weapon.
The crime requires proof that you acted willfully and with intent to injure another person. It’s a felony punishable by up to ten years in prison.
Aggravated Assault and Battery
21 O.S. § 646 covers situations where the assault causes great bodily injury or involves particularly violent circumstances. In plain terms, aggravated assault and battery happens when you cause serious harm—such as broken bones, disfigurement, or injuries requiring hospitalization.
According to OUJI-CR 4-28, “great bodily injury” means an injury that creates a substantial risk of death, serious disfigurement, or long-term loss of a body function. This felony can lead to up to five years in prison and a permanent criminal record.
Assault and Battery with a Deadly Weapon
When a vehicle is used in a way that could kill someone, the offense may rise to Assault and Battery with a Deadly Weapon under 21 O.S. § 652(C). The law defines a deadly weapon as any object capable of causing death when used intentionally to inflict harm. Any instrument designed or constructed to cause death or great bodily injury can be considered deadly a weapon.
The penalties are severe—up to life in prison in extreme cases. In Oklahoma, using a car to deliberately hit someone could be prosecuted under this statute.
Leaving the Scene of an Injury Accident
Even if there’s no intent to harm, fleeing after hitting someone is a serious crime in itself. Under 47 O.S. § 10-102, you must immediately stop, provide identifying information, and render aid after any accident involving injury or death. Failure to do so can result in a felony conviction, up to two years in prison, and a possible driver’s license suspension.
OUJI-CR 6-25 outlines this clearly: drivers have a legal duty to remain at the scene, help the injured, and contact law enforcement. Leaving violates that duty, even if the collision was accidental.
Intent, Evidence, and Possible Defenses
In cases like this, prosecutors often rely on eyewitness accounts, vehicle damage, and surveillance footage to show intent. Defense strategies can include arguing that the act wasn’t intentional, that the injuries were accidental, or that the driver didn’t realize an impact occurred.
Oklahoma law also recognizes defenses like lack of intent and mistake of fact. Every case is unique, and having an experienced defense lawyer can make a huge difference in how evidence is interpreted.
Key Oklahoma Legal Definitions
- Willfully — Acting purposely, not accidentally
- Great Bodily Injury — Serious harm creating a risk of death or permanent disfigurement
- Dangerous Weapon— Any object likely to produce death or great bodily harm in the manner it is used or attempted to be used
Conclusion
If the Florida case had happened in Oklahoma, the driver could face multiple felony counts. Intent, injury severity, and whether the driver fled the scene would all determine the level of punishment. Oklahoma takes vehicle-related assaults seriously—and even a single poor decision can lead to years in prison.
If you’ve been charged or questioned in a case involving a vehicle and injury, don’t wait. Contact The Urbanic Law Firm today for a free, confidential consultation.
FAQs
What is assault with a vehicle in Oklahoma?
It’s when you intentionally use your car or truck to hit or try to hit someone. Oklahoma law treats a vehicle as a dangerous weapon in these situations.
Can you go to jail for accidentally hitting someone in Oklahoma?
If it was truly accidental and you stayed at the scene, it’s typically handled as a traffic offense. Leaving the scene, however, can turn it into a felony.
Is assault and battery with a dangerous weapon a felony in Oklahoma?
Yes. It’s a serious felony under 21 O.S. § 652, punishable by up to ten years in prison.
How does Oklahoma define great bodily injury?
It means serious physical harm that creates a substantial risk of death or causes lasting disfigurement or impairment.
What should I do if I’m accused of hitting someone with my car in Oklahoma?
Stay calm, don’t admit fault, and contact an Oklahoma criminal defense attorney right away. You can start by reaching out to The Urbanic Law Firm for help.
Contact The Urbanic Law Firm
If you’ve been charged with assault, battery, larceny, or any other criminal offense in Oklahoma, contact The Urbanic Law Firm today. Call 405-633-3420 or fill out our form.
Based in Oklahoma City and serving clients statewide.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Every case is unique; consult an attorney about your specific situation. Page last updated November 11, 2025. Consult the statutes listed above for the most up-to-date law.
