Criminal charges can put your freedom, record, career, and family at risk. Carter Jennings Law Firm represents people facing criminal accusations in Oklahoma City and throughout Oklahoma with a defense built around the facts of the individual case.
A criminal charge is only the beginning of the case. The evidence, the investigation, the people involved, the court, and the decisions made early can all affect what happens next…
Approximately 10 years prosecuting criminal cases in Oklahoma.
Courtroom experience from more than 40 jury trials.
Trial experience that includes 14 murder cases.
Carter’s prosecution background matters because it informs the way he approaches criminal defense. He spent about 10 years prosecuting criminal cases in Oklahoma, including seven years in Oklahoma County, and has tried more than 40 cases before juries.
Today, that experience helps him examine how a case was built, what the State may rely on, and where the facts or evidence deserve closer scrutiny.
Better questions early.
What evidence is the State actually relying on? What facts are missing from the first account? Which witnesses, reports, recordings, or messages need closer review? What needs attention now, and what should wait?
The answers depend on the individual case. The goal is to understand the case before making major decisions.
Carter Jennings Law Firm maintains third-party business credentials that provide an additional layer of trust for prospective clients.
A criminal case is rarely understood from the charge alone. A useful defense begins by understanding what happened, what the State has, and what needs attention first.
The charge, investigation, court status, and immediate obligations establish where the case begins.
Reports, recordings, messages, witnesses, physical evidence, and other information help define what the State may try to prove.
Factual disputes, credibility problems, missing context, evidence questions, and procedural concerns can shape the defense.
The right approach may involve further investigation, negotiation, motion practice, trial preparation, or another case-specific strategy.
Carter Jennings Law Firm handles a broad range of criminal matters in Oklahoma City and across Oklahoma. The Practice Areas page is the central directory for detailed information about individual charges and proceedings.
Carter Jennings Law Firm is based at 400 N. Walker Ave., Suite 130 in Oklahoma City. The firm represents clients in Oklahoma City and communities throughout Oklahoma, including Edmond, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and surrounding areas.
Start with the facts. Explain what happened and where the case stands.
Review what is available. Documents, reports, messages, recordings, and other evidence help establish priorities.
Build a case-specific strategy. Strategy should follow the actual facts, evidence, and jurisdiction.
Stay informed. You should understand what is happening and what your options mean before major decisions are made.
As early as reasonably possible. Early involvement gives an attorney more time to understand the allegations, identify upcoming court dates or obligations, and begin evaluating the available information.
Bring whatever you already have, such as citations, charging documents, bond paperwork, court notices, relevant messages, recordings, photographs, or other documents connected to the situation.
Yes. Carter Jennings Law Firm is based in Oklahoma City and represents people in criminal matters throughout Oklahoma.
No. Criminal cases depend on their facts, evidence, jurisdiction, history, and applicable law. A responsible attorney should evaluate the actual case before discussing realistic options or potential outcomes.
If you are facing criminal charges or an investigation in Oklahoma, start by getting the situation in front of an experienced criminal-defense attorney.
400 N. Walker Ave., Suite 130 · Oklahoma City, OK 73102