Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler addressed questions about potential criminal charges stemming from Gov. Kevin Stitt’s Operation Safe, which directs state troopers to clear out homeless camps in Tulsa.
“This is an operation that really didn’t involve my office or consultation with my office,” Kunzweiler said. “What we do is we review cases…We look at whether or not a crime has been committed. Do we have enough evidence to file a charge?”
He explained that first-time offenders may receive a warning, while repeat violations could lead to arrests and fines or county jail time. Cases could also be referred to the municipal court. Kunzweiler said his office might see some cases, particularly if they bypass municipal courts.
April Wilkens Early Release Denial
Kunzweiler also discussed the recent denial of an early release request for April Wilkens, convicted of murdering her ex-boyfriend in 1998. He said the court reviewed evidence, including Wilkens’ prior victimization, mental health, and substance use…