Please note that the information provided above is not legal advice. It is a general overview of a gang-related offense in Oklahoma. If you have been charged with a gang-related offense or any other offense and have specific questions, it is important to consult with an attorney who can provide you with personalized legal advice based on your unique circumstances.
In Oklahoma, a gang-related offense is defined under Oklahoma law Title 21 Section 856.3. This statute, enacted in 2011, makes it a crime to commit a gang-related offense. According to the statute, any person who attempts or commits a gang-related offense as a condition of membership in a criminal street gang, or while in association with any criminal street gang or gang members, can be charged with a felony.
To understand what constitutes a gang-related offense, it is necessary to examine Title 21 Section 856. This section provides a list of offenses that are considered gang-related. It also defines a criminal street gang as any ongoing organization, association, or group of five or more persons that specifically promote, sponsor, assist in, or require the commission of certain criminal offenses as a condition of membership or continued membership.
The criminal offenses considered gang-related include:
1. Assault
2. Battery
3. Assault and battery with a deadly weapon
4. Aggravated assault and battery
5. Robbery by force or fear
6. Robbery or attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon
7. Homicide
8. Manslaughter
9. Sale, possession, trade, manufacture of controlled dangerous substances (CDS)
10. Trafficking illegal drugs
11. Arson
12. Influence or intimidation of a witness
13. Theft of a vehicle
14. Rape
15. Extortion
16. Transporting of a loaded firearm
17. Possession of a concealed weapon
18. Shooting or discharging a firearm
19. Soliciting another to commit an act of prostitution
20. Human trafficking
21. Possession of a firearm after former conviction of a felony
If you are charged with a gang-related offense or any other offense, it is crucial to seek legal advice from an experienced attorney. They can provide guidance on your specific case and help protect your rights. To schedule a consultation with an attorney at James Wirth Law Office, you can visit their website at makelaweasy.com.