It goes by different names – sexting, sextortion, revenge porn, etc. – and in the age of the internet, it’s become a big problem. To remedy this, the Oklahoma Legislature recently enacted the “Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of
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The Bartlesville Law Blog, published by Persaud Law Office, covers a range of legal topics relevant to residents of Bartlesville and surrounding Oklahoma counties. The blog addresses family law issues such as divorce, child custody, adoption, and guardianship, as well as estate planning and probate matters. It also discusses civil law, immigration law, motor vehicle regulations, and appellate law. The blog provides practical information on legal procedures, updates on new state laws, and guidance on navigating court processes. It aims to inform the community about local legal developments and resources available through Persaud Law Office.
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Your Rights if You Are an Heir under the Intestate Succession Law
By Kyle Persaud
If someone dies without a will, he is said to have died “intestate.” If someone dies with a will, but owned property that the will doesn’t mention, this property is “intestate property.” Oklahoma has laws that specify that certain relatives…
Your Rights If Someone Has Left You Property in a Will
By Kyle Persaud
The executor owes a duty to all persons listed in the will. The executor must manage the estate property responsibly, and must distribute the estate property to all persons entitled to it. If the executor does not perform his duties,…
I endorse Steve Campbell for Washington County Assessor
By Kyle Persaud
In the seven years that I’ve been posting this blog, I have never made a political endorsement. This post is a first. I am endorsing Steve Campbell in his campaign for reelection as county assessor. Steve Campbell first became county…
Your Rights as the Beneficiary of a Trust
By Kyle Persaud
If you are the beneficiary of a trust, you have very important rights. Courts have said that trustees owe you “the punctilio of an honor.” If a trustee breaches his duties, you may be able to file suit against the…
The Shai Cooper Act and Relative Adoption in Oklahoma
By Kyle Persaud
Thanks to a new law, it’s now easier to adopt a relative’s child in Oklahoma. You no longer need a preplacement home study. Many people in Oklahoma want to adopt their relatives’ children. However, the process of adoption has long…
Stepparent Adoption in Oklahoma: Legal Process Explained
By Kyle Persaud
In general, the rules for stepparent adoption in Oklahoma are the same as the rules for any other adoption in Oklahoma. However, there are important differences in stepparent adoption; the biggest difference being that stepparents may be exempt from some…
The Nowata County District Court: How It Works
By Kyle Persaud
The Nowata County District Court is an Oklahoma state court, located in Nowata, Oklahoma. The Nowata County District Court may hear almost all court cases where venue is appropriate in Nowata County. The Nowata County District Court has two judges:…
The Osage County District Court: How It Works
By Kyle Persaud
The Osage County District Court is a court of the state of Oklahoma. The Osage County District Court is a court of “unlimited jurisdiction.” This means that the Osage County District Court may hear any type of case for which…
The Washington County District Court: How It Works
By Kyle Persaud
The Washington County District Court is the state court that serves Washington County, Oklahoma. The Washington County District Court may hear any type of case where venue in Washington County is appropriate, as long as there is no law specifically…