Was the Stop, Search, or Questioning Lawful?
Todd reviews how police obtained statements and evidence.
Use the arrest guide, go to the DUI page, or contact Todd about the charge.
Recent Arrest
Protect your right to remain silent, follow release terms, and preserve documents.
Read the Arrest GuideDUI
Understand the two proceedings that may follow an Oklahoma DUI arrest.
Go to the DUI PageContact
Send a short consultation request about the charge, court date, or investigation.
Contact ToddTodd Kernal has worked as a criminal defense lawyer for nearly 26 years. His practice includes DUI, drug charges, sex offenses, and other felony and misdemeanor cases.
Todd starts with the record: what you said, what police searched or seized, what the reports and recordings show, and what happens next. He prepares for court and tells clients plainly where the risks are.
"All defendants deserve the full protection of the United States and Oklahoma Constitutions."
Learn about Todd’s background, client feedback, and representative matters before deciding whether to contact the firm.
Todd reviews how police obtained statements and evidence.
The reports, recordings, and legal issues are worked up for the hearing, negotiation, or trial ahead.
Court dates, bond terms, warrants, and other immediate restrictions come first.
Choose the charge or court issue closest to your case.
Court charges, testing issues, and related driver-license concerns after an Oklahoma DUI arrest.
View This PageDefense of possession, distribution, trafficking, and cases involving searches or warrants.
View This PageCriminal allegations, no-contact conditions, and related protective-order issues.
View This PageMisdemeanor and felony assault charges, including matters involving self-defense claims.
View This PageConfidential representation in cases involving serious allegations and lasting consequences.
View This PageDefense of property, financial, and intent-based criminal allegations.
View This PageReview of warrant status, surrender options, release concerns, and the underlying charge.
View This PageRepresentation in alleged violations involving reporting, treatment, testing, or new charges.
View This PageReview of Oklahoma record-sealing eligibility and the filing process.
View This PagePlain-language information about arrest, release, and the felony process.
A practical checklist for the first 48 hours after an Oklahoma arrest.
View This PageThe usual stages from arrest and filing through motions, resolution, or trial.
View This PageHow to understand release terms, avoid violations, and document a need for modification.
View This PageAnswers to common questions before and after an arrest.
As soon as possible after an arrest or when you learn you are under investigation. Early review can identify release conditions, court dates, evidence to preserve, and statements to avoid.
Sometimes. The result depends on the evidence, applicable law, charging decisions, criminal history, motion rulings, and prosecutor. No outcome can be promised before those facts are reviewed.
A first case can still affect employment, driving privileges, professional licenses, immigration status, and a criminal record. It should be evaluated before any plea or waiver of rights.
Counsel can review the stop, warrant, search, questioning, identification procedure, and handling of evidence. A remedy depends on the facts and the law governing the violation.
Fees depend on the charge, complexity, expected hearings, and whether the case is tried. The scope and fee should be explained before representation begins.
Some Oklahoma records may qualify for expungement after required conditions and waiting periods. Eligibility depends on the disposition, criminal history, and current law.
Have a question about your situation?
Request a Free Consultation