State of Oklahoma v. Caleb Andrew Sebo

Poteau, Oklahoma criminal defense lawyer represneted the Defendant charged with:

1. CHILD ENDANGERMENT BY DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE-FELONY (B6)

2. DUI ALCOHOL-AGGRAVATED (MUNICIPAL)-MISDEMEANOR

3. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN LANE-MISD

In Oklahoma, Child Endangerment by Driving Under the Influence is classified as a Class B6 felony under Oklahoma Statutes §21-852.1.Overview of the LawDefinition: It applies if you drive, operate, or are in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (or impaired) with a child under 18 present. It also applies to a parent, guardian, or caregiver with custody or control who knowingly allows a child to ride with an impaired driver.Felony Status: Even for a first-time offense with no prior record, transporting a child while driving under the influence is automatically charged as a felony rather than a misdemeanor.

Penalties Imprisonment: Up to 4 years in the custody of the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.Fines: A fine of up to $5,000.Combined Penalty: A judge may impose both prison time and a fine.

Reported by Kent Morlan

26/2025 TEXT


JUDGE FRY: CASE COMES ON FOR FORMAL ARRAIGNMENT. KEVIN MERRITT APPEARS FOR THE STATE. DEFENDANT IS NOT IN CUSTODY AND APPEARS WITH ATTORNEY GARY BUCKLES. DEFENDANT ENTERS A PLEA AGREEMENT OF A 3 YEAR DEFERED PROBATION.


8/2026 TEXT


JUDGE FRY: CASE COMES ON FOR APPLICATION TO ACCELERATE. KEVIN MERRITT APPEARS FOR THE STATE. DEFENDANT IS NOT IN CUSTODY AND APPEARS. DEFENDANT TO PAY $300/MONTH TO THE STATE AND IS RECOGNIZED BACK ON 9/29/26 @ 1:30PM.