Jury Trial on First-Degree Rape Charge Results in Full Acquittal
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Client D.K., a former Uber driver in Tulsa, was arrested and charged with first-degree rape from allegations stemming from a late-night Uber trip. The case involved allegations of sexual assault of an incapacitated individual and included forensic examination and digital evidence, including Uber route data. These allegations resulted in the client being permanently removed from the platform and generated widespread public attention.
Defending Tulsa Attorney Shannon McMurray’s Trial Advocacy Resulted in Not Guilty Verdict
The case led to a full jury trial, where the State’s evidence, witness testimony, and interpretation of the forensic and digital evidence presented were challenged. The jury returned a unanimous verdict of not guilty on the first-degree rape charge. Shannon’s expert advocacy resulted in the client’s complete acquittal, avoiding conviction and any possible jail time.
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