Traffic Tickets
Facing a traffic ticket in Oklahoma can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially with the potential fines and points on your driving record. Understanding your rights and the legal process is crucial to avoiding costly penalties. Whether it’s a speeding ticket or a more serious violation, knowing when and how to respond can make a big difference. For those seeking guidance, a Tulsa traffic ticket attorney can provide valuable insight and representation to protect your interests.
When legal issues arise from traffic violations, the right support is essential. Wirth Law Office offers experienced counsel tailored to your case, helping navigate the complexities of Oklahoma traffic laws. Contact a Tulsa attorney to discuss your options and build a defense strategy.
If you need legal help, call Wirth Law Office at (918) 879-1681.
Emergency Vehicle Safety Tips
When driving and spotting emergency vehicles with flashing lights, moving to the side of the road is crucial to allow them quick passage. This common directive from driver's education is not just courteous but a legal requirement. However, encountering an accident scene with emergency vehicles already present requires more than just pulling over; it demands slowing down and carefully following traffic instructions. Failing to yield or reduce speed can lead to charges under Title 47. Accidents bring chaos, with emergency personnel and confused drivers creating a risky environment. Vigilance and respect for emergency vehicles ensure safety for all involved.
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Traffic Stop Survival Guide
Getting pulled over is never a good feeling. Those flashing red and blue lights can make anyone's heart race. It's natural to feel nervous or frustrated, but it's important to stay calm and composed. Traffic stops can occur for a variety of reasons, from a broken taillight to speeding or even a minor obstruction in your view. In these situations, you're caught in a tricky spot—you're not under arrest, yet you're not free to go. The key is to watch your words and remain polite, regardless of the officer's demeanor. Have your license and insurance ready, and be aware of your rights.
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8 Factors that Affect Police Radar Reliability for Determining Speeding
In this detailed excerpt, Oklahoma lawyer James Wirth breaks down the eight factors that determine the reliability of police radar when determining speeding violations. From misidentifying vehicles to weather conditions, obstructions, and internal calibration issues, Wirth sheds light on the various elements that can impact radar accuracy. He also emphasizes the importance of discussing these factors with an attorney when facing a speeding ticket. By providing valuable insights and advice, Wirth empowers readers to understand the complexities of radar technology and how it can affect their legal situation. To learn more, visit makelaweasy.com for a private consultation with Wirth.
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How Does a Prosecutor Prove the Reliability of Radar for a Speeding Conviction in Oklahoma?
Are you facing a speeding ticket and wondering how a prosecutor proves the reliability of radar equipment in court? Tulsa Attorney James Wirth breaks down the process in this informative excerpt. The burden is on the state to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, typically through the testimony of the officer who calibrated the radar equipment. By using external tuning forks and internal software, officers can demonstrate the accuracy of the radar readings. If you're facing a speeding conviction, it's essential to consult with an attorney to explore potential defenses. Contact Attorney James Wirth at MakeLawEasy.com for a confidential consultation.
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What are the 3 Basic Prerequisites to a Conviction of Speeding Based on Radar?
In a recent court case in Oklahoma, the three basic prerequisites for a conviction of speeding based on radar were outlined by the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals. These prerequisites include the scientific reliability of radar as a recorder of speed, the accuracy of the particular radar unit used in the given case, and the proper operation of the radar equipment. While in the past expert testimony may have been required to prove the reliability of radar equipment, the court now allows for judicial notice of this fact. If you are facing a speeding ticket and have questions about fighting it, it may be beneficial to consult with an attorney to discuss your options. Contact an attorney at makelaweasy.com for more information.
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Kansas Court Rules “Driving on Drug Corridor” Can’t Be a Factor in Detaining Motorist!
Kansas Court Rules “Driving on Drug Corridor” Can’t Be a Factor in Detaining Motorist! Learn more about this landmark ruling MakeLawEasy.com.
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Kansas Two-Step Ruled Unconstitutional; So What About OHP's Consensual Encounters?
Kansas Two-Step ruled unconstitutional, raising concerns about Oklahoma's consensual encounters. Learn more from MakeLawEasy.com
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What Is Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s Consensual Encounter Tactic?
Learn about Oklahoma Highway Patrol's consensual encounter tactic and how it may violate constitutional rights. Talk to attorney James Wirth.
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What Is a Work Permit or Hardship Driver’s License in Oklahoma: Provisional Driver’s License?
Explore the availability of work permits and hardship driver's licenses in Oklahoma by consulting Tulsa attorney James Wirth.
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Can I Go to Jail for Speeding in Oklahoma?
If you weren't going real fast, you're probably not going to jail. If you are going ridiculously fast, you could go to jail.
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What Should You Do if You Are Pulled Over by the Police in Oklahoma?
The first step is obviously to pull over. Make sure you're doing it in an area that is safe for both you and the officer.
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How to Get Your No Insurance Ticket Dismissed with No Court Costs in the Tulsa City Court
If you had insurance at the time and didn't have proof, then you need to get proof to the records department before your first court date.
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How to Get Your Improper Equipment Ticket Dismissed in the Tulsa Municipal Court
Get that issue corrected and get proof of that to the court. Then you can get the charge dismissed with no court costs or anything.
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What to Do When You Are Pulled Over for Speeding in Oklahoma?
Generally, if you're pulled over, your first goal is to try to avoid court. Do not argue with the officer. Be kind, be courteous.
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What’s the Speed Limit in Tulsa if No Signs Are Posted?
If there are no posted signs, the default speed limit within the boundaries of the City of Tulsa is 25 miles per hour.
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City of Tulsa Traffic Ticket Amnesty Beginning June 13, 2022
The City of Tulsa Traffic amnesty program is for people that have outstanding warrants out of Tulsa Municipal Court.
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What Are Some Common Pitfalls That You Can Encounter During a Traffic Stop?
The first pitfall is not stopping fast enough. That's the first thing: stop as soon as you reasonably can do so safely.
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The Municipal Authority Have Started Cracking Down on Speeding Around Tulsa
if you're driving over a hundred miles an hour, the city's starting to recommend jail time for those tickets.
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What Traffic Tickets are Two (2) Points on Your Driver's License in Oklahoma?
They're documented in the administrative code, not Oklahoma statutes, but the Department of Public Safety Administrative code.
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What Traffic Offenses are One (1) Point on Your Driver's License in Oklahoma?
Failure to display light headlamps. Failure to dim lights as required. Operating a vehicle without required headlamps or with improper or defective headlight lamps.
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How Do I Clear My Driving Record in Oklahoma?
If you go 12 months without any convictions, any traffic convictions, then you earn two points off your license.
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How Long Does it Take to Clear Your Driving Record in Oklahoma?
If you go by three years without any traffic violations, then they automatically give you a clean slate. Three years, no violations.
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Can I Get a Work-Permit (Occupational Modification) After My License Was Suspended in Oklahoma?
There is a process by which you can make that request, and you can have a hearing with the Department of Public Safety.
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How Does Oklahoma's Drivers License Point System Work?
There are 63 traffic offenses that the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety has in their appendix that have a point tied to them.
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What Happens if I Get 10 Points on My Driver's License in Oklahoma?
So anytime you've got a traffic ticket if it falls within 1 of the 63 that has a listed point value.
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