Oklahoma City Child Abuse & Neglect Lawyer

According to Oklahoma state law, child abuse is defined as “willful or malicious” abuse of a person under the age of 18. This is considered a felony that is punishable by one of the following:

• Life in state prison
• One year in the county jail
• A fine of $500-$5,000
• Or both the fine and imprisonment

Experienced criminal defense attorneys at AMA Law will work to make you thoroughly understand your legal rights and what you have been charged with. Contact an Oklahoma City child abuse & neglect lawyer to discuss your case today.

If an individual is found guilty of enabling child neglect under their own will, they may receive one of the same punishments listed above. Neglect is defined by the state of Oklahoma as the following:

• Failing to provide adequate nurturance and affection, food, clothing, shelter, sanitation, hygiene, appropriate education,
  medical, dental, or behavioral health care, or supervision
• Failure to provide special care made necessary by the physical or mental condition of the child
• Failure to protect a child from exposure to the use, possession, or manufacturing of illegal drugs, illegal activities,
  sexual acts or materials
• Abandonment

Contact an Oklahoma City Child Abuse & Neglect Attorney for Help

Located in Oklahoma City, the law firm of AMA Law offers free case evaluation that is designed to help you understand the charges that have been brought against you and what your legal rights are. Our attorneys are committed to working with each and every client to provide them with the necessary representation. We have more than 100 years of combined experience working on a wide range of criminal cases, including cases of child abuse and neglect.

Regardless of what you have been charged with, contact AMA Law today and see what an Oklahoma City child abuse & neglect lawyer can do for you.