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State of Oklahoma v. C.E.B.
Date: 05-12-2026
Case Number: CF-2026-116
Judge: Pamela B. Hammers
Court: District Court, Creek County, Oklahoma
Plaintiff's Attorney: Mary Leavell
Defendant's Attorney: Mark Matheson
Description:
Sapulpa, Oklahoma criminal defense lawyer Mark Matheson represented the Defendant charged with stalking in violation of 21 O.S. 1173.
In Oklahoma, stalking is defined as willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly following or harassing another person in a manner that causes a reasonable person to feel frightened, intimidated, threatened, or harassed, and actually causes the victim to feel that way.Legal Definition and ElementsAccording to Oklahoma Statutes §21-1173v1, a stalking offense requires a "course of conduct"—meaning two or more acts over a period of time. Unconsented contact includes:Following, appearing within sight of, or confronting the victimShowing up at the victim's home or workplaceContacting repeatedly via phone, text, email, or internet applicationsMonitoring or recording activities electronically or using a tracking deviceDelivering unwanted items to the victim or their family, coworkers, or friendsPenaltiesFirst Offense: Classified as a felony, punishable by up to 3 years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.Second Offense: Punishable by up to 6 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.Third or Subsequent Offense: Punishable by up to 12 years in prison, a fine of up to $15,000, or both.Aggravating Factors: Violating an existing protective order, restraining order, or no-contact probation/parole terms carries increased penalties.Protective OrdersVictims can seek protective orders through the court system. Depending on the relationship to the offender, this may fall under the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act or general stalking statutes.
In Oklahoma, stalking is defined as willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly following or harassing another person in a manner that causes a reasonable person to feel frightened, intimidated, threatened, or harassed, and actually causes the victim to feel that way.Legal Definition and ElementsAccording to Oklahoma Statutes §21-1173v1, a stalking offense requires a "course of conduct"—meaning two or more acts over a period of time. Unconsented contact includes:Following, appearing within sight of, or confronting the victimShowing up at the victim's home or workplaceContacting repeatedly via phone, text, email, or internet applicationsMonitoring or recording activities electronically or using a tracking deviceDelivering unwanted items to the victim or their family, coworkers, or friendsPenaltiesFirst Offense: Classified as a felony, punishable by up to 3 years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.Second Offense: Punishable by up to 6 years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.Third or Subsequent Offense: Punishable by up to 12 years in prison, a fine of up to $15,000, or both.Aggravating Factors: Violating an existing protective order, restraining order, or no-contact probation/parole terms carries increased penalties.Protective OrdersVictims can seek protective orders through the court system. Depending on the relationship to the offender, this may fall under the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act or general stalking statutes.
Outcome:
Dismissed at the request of the State.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Oklahoma v. C.E.B.?
The outcome was: Dismissed at the request of the State.
Which court heard State of Oklahoma v. C.E.B.?
This case was heard in District Court, Creek County, Oklahoma, OK. The presiding judge was Pamela B. Hammers.
Who were the attorneys in State of Oklahoma v. C.E.B.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Mary Leavell. Defendant's attorney: Mark Matheson.
When was State of Oklahoma v. C.E.B. decided?
This case was decided on May 12, 2026.