What's the "one-ring" cell phone scam and how does it work? The FTC offers this information so you can avoid being hit with big charges: Who’s calling now? That number doesn’t ring a bell. Hold the phone, says the Federal Trade Commission. You could be a potential...
CRAIG, MAYES & ROGERS COUNTIES, Okla., February 10, 2014 – An SUV packed with donations of toys, school supplies, clothes and art supplies was presented as a housewarming gift during the CAC's open house February 10, 2014 along with monetary donations of $5,200. Residents showed a...
The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are taking advantage of winter weather by impersonating electric and gas company representatives; even threatening residents and business owners with deactivation of service unless they pay up immediately. The BBB shares this information so you can protect yourself: How the Scam...
The Federal Trade Commission issues this warning about fake debt collection notices. The FTC says you may receive an official-looking letter with a seal, signed by a judge, saying you owe money. It could even include personal information including your Social Security number. The...
Tax time can be a stressful time of year. Crooks know they can use this against you. The Internal Revenue Service, IRS, wants you to be aware of how to spot fraudulent emails and phone calls that lead to a scam. The IRS provides this information...
[caption id="attachment_533" align="alignnone" width="300"] Drive to Collect Items to Benefit the Children's Advocacy Center[/caption] CRAIG, MAYES & ROGERS COUNTIES, Okla., January 30, 2014 – The community is invited to join in a house warming drive to collect needed items as a way of celebrating the new...
Pursuant to 21 O.S. 142A-2, As a victim of crime, you have the following rights: 1. To be notified that a court proceeding to which a victim or witness has been subpoenaed will or will not go on as scheduled, in order to save the person...
District District Attorney Counties Served 1 Mike Boring Beaver, Cimmarron, Harper, Texas 2 Dennis Smith Beckham, Custer, Roger Mills, Ellis, Washita 3 John Wampler Jackson, Kiowa, Tillman, Greer, Harmon 4 Mike Fields Blaine, Garfield, Canadian, Grant, Kingfisher 5 Fred Smith Comanche, Cotton 6 Jason Hicks Stephens, Caddo, Grady, Jefferson 7 David Prater Oklahoma 8 Brian Hermanson Kay, Noble 9 Tom Lee Payne, Logan 10 Rex Duncan Osage, Pawnee 11 Kevin Buchanan Washington, Nowata 12 Janice Steidley Mayes, Rogers, Craig 13 Eddie Wyant Ottawa, Delaware 14 Tim Harris Tulsa 15 Larry...
PRELIMINARY MATTERS & PLEA AGREEMENTS What is a preliminary hearing? A preliminary hearing is hearing before the Judge where the State must prove 1) that a crime was committed and 2) that there is probable cause to believe the Defendant committed the crime. A Defendant is only...
The Federal Trade Commission, FTC, announces help for homeowners hurt by sham mortgage relief company. The FTC shares this information and resources for homeowners: A homeowner who’s worried about foreclosure or desperate to refinance might listen to a caller who promises to help. Unfortunately, not all cold-calling...