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The Urbanic Law Firm

Oklahoma city criminal defense attorney Frank Urbanic provides efficient, effective, and relentless representation.

625 NW 13th St

Oklahoma City, Ok 73103

405-633-3420

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Criminal Procedure in Oklahoma

Understanding the criminal process in Oklahoma is essential for anyone facing criminal charges or helping a loved one through the system. From the moment of arrest to the final stages of sentencing or expungement, every step carries serious legal and personal consequences. At The Urbanic Law Firm, we guide clients through each phase — explaining your rights, your options, and what to expect. Whether you’re learning about bail, Miranda rights, sentencing alternatives, or expungements, this page connects you to in-depth information about every major part of the Oklahoma criminal justice process. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions, protect your future, and navigate the system with confidence.

Expungements

Youthful Offender

85% Crimes

Violent Crimes

Victim Protective Order – VPO

The Criminal Process

Bail

Immigration Consequences of a Criminal Charge in Oklahoma

Miranda Rights

Statute of Limitations for Crimes in Oklahoma

Attempt

Conspiracy

Arrest

  • What to Expect in the First 24 Hours After an Arrest
  • Mistakes People Make After an Arrest
  • How Can I Find Out About a Friend or Family Member After an Arrest?

Sentencing

  • Community Sentencing
  • Probation
    • Deferred Sentence
      • Dismissal & Record Update
    • Suspended Sentence
  • Presentence Investigation (PSI)

Restitution

Regimented Inmate Discipline (RID)

Post-Imprisonment Supervision

Judicial Sentence Review

Drug Court

Alternative Programs For First-Time Offenders in Oklahoma

Juveniles and Youthful Offenders

Drug and Mental Health Courts

Habitual Offenders

Jury Sentencing

Preliminary Hearing

Free Case Consultation

 


    CRIMES

    Alcohol
    Animals
    Arson
    Assault/Battery/Domestic Abuse
    Boating
    Burglary & Trespass
    Children
    Coercion & Intimidation
    Dangerous Driving
    Disorderly Conduct & Public Decency
    Drugs – Possession / Intent / Trafficking
    Drunk Driving – DUI / DWI / APC
    Elder & Caretaker Abuse
    Escape/Harboring/Bail
    Firearms
    Forgery
    Fraud & Deception
    Homicide
    Identity & Impersonation
    Jail/Prison Contraband/Unauthorized Entry
    Obstruction of Justice
    Payment & Cyber Crimes
    Public Order/Terrorism/Explosives
    Robbery
    Sex Crimes – Level 3 / 2 / 1 / Non-register
    VPO Violation
    Theft & Property Crimes
    Threatening/Harassing Communication
    Vandalism/Malicious Mischief
    White Collar

    PROCEDURE

    Expungements
    Youthful Offender
    Probation
    85% Crimes
    Violent Crimes
    Victim Protective Order – VPO
    Criminal Process in Oklahoma

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    WINS

    Failure to Stop – DISMISSED

    Failure to Signal – DISMISSED

    Improper Left Turn – DISMISSED

    11/29/17 ● Municipal

    Rape – DECLINED TO FILE

    6/10/2020 ● Oklahoma County

    Discharging Firearm in City Limits – DISMISSED

    9/22/2020 ● Municipal

    Actual Physical Control – DEFERRED

    7/17/18 ● Cleveland County

    DUI – Probation

    Transporting Open Container – Fine only

    Speeding 20 Over – DISMISSED

    Changing Lanes Unsafely - DISMISSED

    9/28/18 ● Love County

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