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State of Oklahoma v. Marcia Reynolds
Date: 11-07-2026
Case Number: CF-2026-****
Judge: Unassigned
Court: District Court, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Plaintiff's Attorney: Tulsa County, Oklahoma District Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Tulsa, Oklahoma, criminal defense lawyer represents the Defendant charged with 29 counts of animal cruelty.
TPD officers found deplorable conditions and 24 living animals inside metal crates. The home was covered in urine, feces, and trash.
Oklahoma's animal cruelty law is outlined in Oklahoma Statutes Title 21 § 21-1685.
Prohibited Acts
• Active Cruelty: Willfully or maliciously torturing, killing, beating, injuring, maiming, or mutilating any captive or subjugated animal (wild or tame, owned or unowned).
• Neglect (Passive Cruelty): Depriving an animal of necessary food, drink, shelter, or veterinary care to prevent suffering.
• Complicity & Instigation: Causing, procuring, permitting, or willfully setting on foot, instigating, or furthering any act of cruelty.
Penalties and Classification
• Class B5 Felony: Violations are classified as a felony offense under Oklahoma law.
• Punishment: Carries a sentence of up to 5 years in the State Penitentiary, up to 1 year in county jail, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.
Legal Exceptions
• Livestock Protection: Farmers and property owners may legally kill dogs that are chasing or worrying farm-raised livestock or domestic animals while off the dog owner's property.
TPD officers found deplorable conditions and 24 living animals inside metal crates. The home was covered in urine, feces, and trash.
Oklahoma's animal cruelty law is outlined in Oklahoma Statutes Title 21 § 21-1685.
Prohibited Acts
• Active Cruelty: Willfully or maliciously torturing, killing, beating, injuring, maiming, or mutilating any captive or subjugated animal (wild or tame, owned or unowned).
• Neglect (Passive Cruelty): Depriving an animal of necessary food, drink, shelter, or veterinary care to prevent suffering.
• Complicity & Instigation: Causing, procuring, permitting, or willfully setting on foot, instigating, or furthering any act of cruelty.
Penalties and Classification
• Class B5 Felony: Violations are classified as a felony offense under Oklahoma law.
• Punishment: Carries a sentence of up to 5 years in the State Penitentiary, up to 1 year in county jail, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.
Legal Exceptions
• Livestock Protection: Farmers and property owners may legally kill dogs that are chasing or worrying farm-raised livestock or domestic animals while off the dog owner's property.
Outcome:
A criminal indictment is not proof of guilt.
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Defendant's Experts:
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Oklahoma v. Marcia Reynolds?
The outcome was: A criminal indictment is not proof of guilt.
Which court heard State of Oklahoma v. Marcia Reynolds?
This case was heard in District Court, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, OK. The presiding judge was Unassigned.
Who were the attorneys in State of Oklahoma v. Marcia Reynolds?
Plaintiff's attorney: Tulsa County, Oklahoma District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Tulsa Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of Oklahoma v. Marcia Reynolds decided?
This case was decided on November 7, 2026.