Special to the Leader & Times
TEXAS COUNTY, Okla. (KFDA) – The mother of Veronica Butler has filed an emergency motion in her ongoing wrongful death civil case, seeking a temporary restraining order and temporary injunction to prevent fraudulent property transfers.
In March 2025, a wrongful death petition for damages and to instate receiverships of assets was filed against the defendants accused of murdering Butler and Jilian Kelley.
The family is asking for compensation for damages sustained by Butler’s death, including medical and burial expenses.
Criminal case delays civil proceedings
Due to the ongoing criminal case, each defendant asked to postpone an answer to the wrongful death petition, saying it would directly influence and possibly hinder the criminal case.
Tifany Adams recently pleaded no contest to the murders and awaits sentencing.
Butler’s mother requested immediate relief to prevent other defendants from transferring, concealing, or dissipating assets in an effort to evade a future judgment.
Alleged fraudulent transfers
In court documents, the family claims the defendants have begun selling and transferring assets, including real estate, personal property, and trust assets.
Documents say the transfers appear fraudulent and the acts threaten to make the defendants judgment-proof.
A hearing has been requested on the injunction and restraining order to prevent any additional transfers.
Butler’s mother also filed a motion to set all pending motions for a hearing and is waiting for the court to set a date.
