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Charged With APC in Oklahoma?
Bad situations can happen - even when you're trying to do the right thing. Being charged with Actual Physical Control (APC) does not mean you were driving drunk and doesn't make you a bad person.
Oklahoma law allows APC charges even when someone is parked, asleep, or never actually moved the vehicle. These cases can still carry the same consequences as a DUI, including jail time, fines, and license suspension. Fortunately, APC charges are often defensible with the right legal strategy.
What Is Actual Physical Control (APC) in Oklahoma?
Actual Physical Control (APC) is a charge that applies when law enforcement believes a person was intoxicated and had the ability to operate a vehicle - even if they were not driving. Generally, these cases arise when an officer finds someone (who is intoxicated) asleep in their car. The law is based on the idea that you could drive away at any time and be a danger to others. Unfortunately, that means that even if you have good intentions and decide to sleep in your car instead of driving home, you can still be charged.
Potential APC Penalties
An APC conviction carries the same potential penalties as a DUI, which may include:
Jail time
Fines and court costs
Driver's license suspension
Mandatory alcohol programs
Victim's Impact Panel
A permanent criminal record
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