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Steps of an Oklahoma Criminal Case

Many of my clients are faced with the uncertainty of the Criminal System without a clear understanding of what to expect. As an Oklahoma Criminal Defense attorney, I have put together this step by step guide to help explain the key stages of a Criminal Defense in Oklahoma. However, every case is unique and this is not legal advice. If you have questions, call my office.

Click on the links below to learn more about each stage.

The Incident

Arrest

Charged with a Crime

Warrants

Possible Detention

Preliminary Bond

Arraignment

Court Determined Bond

Preliminary Plea

Assigned a Judge

Preliminary Hearing Conferences

Assigned Assistant District Attorney

Recommendations

Negotiations

Mitigation

Plea Agreements

Plea Guilty or No contest

Blind Plea

Preliminary Hearing

Confronted by Accusers

Bind Over for Trial or Dismissed

Formal Arraignment

Plea before trial

Trial by Jury

Voir Dire

Experts

Witnesses

Evidence

Ruling

Not Guilty

Guilty

Sentencing