OK-COURTS

Battee v. State - Conjoint Robbery Conviction Appeal

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed a conjoint robbery conviction for Trymel Keith Battee. The appeal raised issues regarding the trial judge's potential conflict of interest due to seeking employment with the OSBI and the reliability of an in-court identification.

Pena v. State - Appeal from Drug Activity Conviction

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed a drug activity conviction for Jesus Efren Pena. Pena was sentenced to eight years imprisonment and a $50,000 fine for acquiring proceeds from drug activity. The court found sufficient evidence to support the conviction.

McCleary v. Nexstar Media Group - Defamation Appeal

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals affirmed a trial court's denial of Nexstar Media Group's motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit. Nexstar mistakenly used a plaintiff's photograph in a news segment, and the court found the plaintiff met the threshold for fault required by the Oklahoma Citizen's Participation Act.

Oklahoma Adoption Case: Father Appeals Order on Child Eligibility

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals reversed a trial court's order granting a petition to adjudicate a child eligible for adoption without the father's consent. The appellate court found the order lacked a necessary finding on the child's best interests, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Oklahoma Mother Appeals Termination of Parental Rights

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals affirmed a district court's order terminating a mother's parental rights to her child, J.S., Jr. The mother appealed, claiming insufficient notice of hearings and that termination was not in the child's best interest. The appellate court found notice was legally sufficient and termination was justified.

Parker v. Valliance Bank - Court Opinion

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals affirmed a judgment in favor of Valliance Bank in a case where customers alleged the bank negligently disclosed financial records. While the court found a violation of the Oklahoma Financial Privacy Act, it upheld the lower court's decision.

Vertical Exploration v. Americo Oil - Unitization Order Dispute

The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals reversed a Corporation Commission order that dismissed an application to terminate a unitization order. The court held the Commission retains authority over its orders, even if the unitization plan includes an amendment provision. This decision remands the matter for further proceedings.

Oklahoma Lawyer License Suspension - State of Oklahoma ex rel. OBA v. Lile

The Supreme Court of Oklahoma has dismissed a reciprocal disciplinary proceeding against attorney Jason Martin Lile. Although the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Supreme Court had suspended his license for one year, the Oklahoma Supreme Court found no further discipline was warranted after de novo review.

Howard v. Barrington Homeowners - HOA Dues Dispute

The Oklahoma Supreme Court issued an opinion in Howard v. Barrington Homeowners, vacating a lower court's decision and affirming the district court's grant of summary judgment. The case involved allegations of improper use of homeowners' association dues and other mismanagement.

Oklahoma Bar Association v. Kline - Interim Suspension

The Supreme Court of Oklahoma has issued an order for the emergency interim suspension of attorney Jesse David Kline. The suspension follows the filing of a complaint by the Oklahoma Bar Association alleging multiple felony charges related to exploitation and embezzlement.