Oklahoma Law Blog
Who Will a Child Be Placed with after an Oklahoma Emergency Custody Meeting?
A child may be returned to their parents/guardians, placed with a family member, or in state custody if no other suitable options are present. Read more »
How Is Embezzlement Defined in the State of Oklahoma?
Embezzlement is the theft of property or funds that a person was legally entrusted with and using it for an unauthorized purpose. Read more »
Who Qualifies as a Person That Is Responsible for a Child’s Health, Safety, and Welfare in Oklahoma?
A person responsible for a child's health, safety, and welfare can include parents, legal guardians, custodians, foster parents, etc. Read more »
What Is Child Abandonment in Oklahoma?
It is defined as the deliberate act of not returning to the child or failing to maintain a significant parent-child relationship. Read more »
What Is Child Neglect in Oklahoma?
Child neglect is defined as the failure to provide basic necessities such as food, shelter, medicine, education, healthcare, etc. Read more »