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Ronald E. Durbin II, J.D.

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Ronald E. Durbin II, J.D.

Chief Investigative Journalist. Ron builds every story on the paper trail: records requests, contracts, minutes and court filings across Oklahoma.

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792 stories · Tulsa, Oklahoma

Desperate Plea for Help in Courtroom Chaos

Chaos erupts as an arrest unfolds amidst pleas for help. See the raw emotion and rapid escalation when the court's patience snaps. You're only seeing part of this intense moment. #CourtroomDrama #LegalBattle #ArrestScene #JusticeSystem #OklahomaLaw

GRDA Officials Cancel Customer Meeting When Journalist Starts Recording

Grand River Dam Authority abruptly cancels a customer meeting when a reporter shows up to document discussions about cutting cities out of data center deals. Officials made frantic phone calls and fled the room rather than answer questions about their operations.

· 2 min read

Oklahoma Inspection Rules Dispute: Rights Denied!

A tense confrontation unfolds as I demand access to public records. The official denies access, leading to accusations of lying and policy changes. The Oklahoma Supreme Court says I am in the wrong for demanding public records. What say you? FYI, I still do not have ANY OF THE RECORDS. NONE. ...

Oklahoma Inspection Rules Dispute: Rights Denied!

A heated exchange erupts over inspection rules. One party claims policy interpretations are being withheld, leading to accusations of lying and refusal to cooperate. #PolicyDispute #InspectionRights #RecordAccess #Accountability

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The Prosecutor in the Evidence Room

He knew the statutes, the evidence rules, and exactly how these cases were built. Now he sits on the other side of the courtroom. A full pretrial breakdown of CF-2022-483.

· 8 min read

Police Confrontation: Body Cams & Accountability!

I called to report the OBN for failing to produce government records. They send this moron. I catch him later with a rifle and ammo unsecured in his car. FYI, this same guy put his hands on my friend a couple weeks before this, so I have no love lost for this guy. Mind the language. When peo...

Courtroom Drama: Warrant Objection & Telephonic Client

Objection! A heated courtroom exchange unfolds as a warrant is questioned. 'As clear as the nose on my face,' the judge declares, but a crucial question remains: will the client appear? #CourtroomDrama #LegalObjection #Warrant #Trial

Courtroom Drama: Warrant Objection & Telephonic Client

An objection is raised as the judge suspects a client's unavailability stems from an outstanding warrant. The defense argues against the claim, creating courtroom tension. #CourtroomDrama #LegalObjection #WarrantSuspicion #LegalBattle

Urgent 911 Call: Hear This Critical Emergency!

Raw, unfiltered 911 call audio captures a moment of urgent distress. A desperate plea for help echoes through the silence. #911Call #DisturbingAudio #Emergency #DistressCall

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