Tulsa Attorney Blog
Oklahoma Drug Dog Myth #1: High Scent Acuity Means Higher Reliability
The myth that dogs with a high sense of smell have high reliability in detecting drugs and determining probable cause for a search is false. Read more »How Do I Get a Hold of the Tulsa Family Court Because My Ex Is Withholding My Child from Me?
You can petition for a writ of habeas corpus if you have legal custody and the other parent is withholding the child. Read more »Is There a Way to Expedite the Divorce Process In Oklahoma?
To speed things up, parties can set deadlines, mediate early, send out discovery quickly, respond to discovery on time, etc. Read more »Child Support Non-Payment and Its Impact on Parenting Time in Oklahoma
Child support and visitation rights are separate issues, and the non-payment of child support does not negate visitation rights. Read more »Did You Know that Oklahoma Law Treats Fathers and Mothers Equally?
Recent laws in Oklahoma have established a preference for joint custody and equal access to children for both parents. Read more »Judge Shuffle: Understanding the Latest Changes in Tulsa County Courtrooms (AO-2023-2)
Tulsa County has announced new assignments of special judges, as per an administrative order filed on January 11th, 2023. Read more »Who Are the Chief Judges for Tulsa County in 2023?
Administrative Order AO 2023-4 filed on January 25th, 2023 sets the chief judges for each division for the year. Read more »Tulsa AO-2023-5: New Assignment of Special Judges on Specific Dockets
The new administrative order, which outlines special judge assignments, was filed on January 27 and will be in effect throughout 2023. Read more »Handling Tardiness of the Other Parent during Child Visitation in Oklahoma
The waiting time for the other parent to pick up their child during visitation is not specified in custody orders. Read more »What Can I Do if the Other Parent Isn’t Returning My Child after Their Visitation in Oklahoma?
If the other parent has not returned the child and won't return them when it's your turn, there are three options you can consider. Read more »Is a Child’s Reluctance to Visit the Other Parent Grounds for Denying Visitation in Oklahoma?
If the child expresses they don't want to go, you still have to make the child go with the other parent to exercise their visitation rights. Read more »Relative Taking Child during Visitation: Permission Required in Oklahoma?
It depends on the specific language in the custody agreement. If the agreement prohibits this, then the answer would be no. Read more »Can I Leave the State during My Time with My Child or Do I Need Permission in Oklahoma?
Usually, you don't need the other parent's permission to go on vacation with your child, but there may be limitations in your custody order. Read more »Tulsa Attorney James Wirth Interview with Channel 4 OKC
Oklahoma lawyer James Wirth was interviewed by KFOR Channel 4 OKC, where he provided his expert opinion on a recent situation. Read more »From False Accusation to True Victory: Client Success Story
We filed some motions showing the court that the state did not have proper evidence against her and that they had no probable cause. Read more »Who Gets Child Custody in an Oklahoma Divorce Proceeding?
When determining where a child should go after a divorce or separation, courts consider the best interest of the child. Read more »Do I Still Have to Let My Child Visit Their Other Parent if It’s Unsafe in Oklahoma?
It's a difficult situation. It's impeding visitation rights or failing to protect your child. Speak to an attorney as soon as possible. Read more »Transgender Bill: How Does It Affect Oklahoma?
The Millstone Act of 2023 would criminalize licensed medical professionals who provide gender therapy to individuals under 21. Read more »HB 1002: Sanctuary State for Gun Owners in Oklahoma
House Bill 1002, also known as the Second Amendment Sanctuary State Act, aims to create a sanctuary state for lawful gun owners. Read more »What Is the Proposal to Amend the Oklahoma Constitution?
Over 3,000 bills have been suggested in the Oklahoma legislature, and many will not pass, but there is one particularly interesting proposal. Read more »What Happens if You Don’t Follow Your Court Order in Oklahoma?
If the non-custodial parent doesn't pay child support, they could face penalties such as up to six months in jail and a $500 fine. Read more »Can Parents Agree to Do Things outside of Their Court Order in Oklahoma?
Parents can make arrangements outside of their order as long as both agree. If one stops agreeing, the original order will be enforced. Read more »How Can I Change the Terms That Are in My Parenting Court Order in Oklahoma?
The court will consider the modification if there has been a substantial change that directly affects the best interests of the child. Read more »What Is Legislation in Oklahoma?
Some of these bills will have significant impacts on clients and the community. The session is expected to end in May. Read more »What Petty Offenses Carry Jail Time in Oklahoma?
Minor offenses shouldn't be taken lightly as failure to address them can result in warrants being issued for your arrest and jail time. Read more »
