Understanding Legally Binding Court Orders
When is a document a legally binding court order? Hi, my name is Carl Birkhead. I’m a Tulsa criminal attorney with Wirth Law Office in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I’ve been practicing family and criminal law for almost 8 years now, and I want to help you make law easy by helping you to identify when something is a valid order of the court that you need to follow.
Factors That Determine Legality
Recently, we received a question about whether a document filed on a website other than OSCN, and not through the court, is legally binding. The answer depends on several factors. Some courts, like tribal courts or federal courts, may not report to OSCN. Additionally, certain Oklahoma counties use ODCR (On Demand Court Records) instead of OSCN (Oklahoma Supreme Court Network). Because of these variations, the document in question may be legally binding — but there are key things to check.
If someone tells you that you must comply with a court order, always ask for a copy. A legitimate court order must have two things: a judge’s signature or stamp and a file stamp from the court clerk. Without these, it’s not an official, enforceable order. If you’re unsure whether a document is valid or if someone is trying to enforce something questionable, give us a call.
Consult With An Expert
I’m more than happy to sit down and talk with you about it and go over the paperwork with you, and we’ll figure out if this is something that you need to deal with. My name is Carl Birkhead. I’m a Tulsa criminal defense attorney with Wirth Law Office, and I want to help you make law easy.
Schedule Your Low-Cost Initial Strategy Session
For personalized assistance, consider reaching out for a low-cost initial strategy session. I am here to help you understand the legal process and ensure your documents are legitimate and enforceable. Call us today at 918-879-1681 to schedule your appointment.
