What Are the Changes in Washington State DUI Laws? Washington has strict DUI laws and doesn't treat people accused of the offense lightly. At the beginning of 2022, the state made significant changes to the sentencing of DUI charges, outlining new laws on the punishments to be enacted once an accused person is convicted. Understanding [...]
What is a Plea Bargain? Most criminal cases are resolved through a plea bargain before the trial begins. A plea bargain means that the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge than the one for which they would face the jury. A defendant may plead guilty for various reasons, one being that they [...]
What Are Nudity Laws? Public nudity laws and public sex acts make it illegal to display nudity publicly, meaning they prohibit you from walking around in public without clothes. Walking naked or the lack of clothes is unlawful if it's intended to arouse sexual gratification or make people attracted to you. If you’ve been charged [...]
What Does the Law Say About Firearm Possession in Washington State? The right to possess a firearm is enshrined in the US constitution. However, the same constitution recognizes reasonable regulation of weapons. Under 18 USC 922(g), it's illegal for a person to possess a firearm or ammunition if they: Were convicted of any felony in [...]
What is the “Stand Your Ground” Law? Also known as “no duty to retreat,” the “stand-your-ground law legally justifies an individual’s use of force against another without retreating to protect themselves and others against perceived threats and attacks. The law allows anyone who is where they legally are supposed to be to use any force [...]
If your child gets arrested for committing a crime, it can be nerve-racking if you don't know what to do or the legal steps to take to protect your child. It's essential to understand juvenile offenders' rights in the justice system so that you know how to adequately support them through the trial. One of [...]
If you have a criminal record, you might worry that you may be unable to obtain a professional license. Many people with arrest records sometimes have difficulties finding jobs even if they were not charged with or convicted of a crime. From a legal perspective, determining how a criminal record affects your employability is in [...]
Assault in Seattle can take many forms, from acts of violence to slapping someone during a heated argument. Being charged with assault can be overwhelming and upsetting. Whether it was a reaction to provocation, self-defense, or a lapse in judgment, you’ll need an experienced Seattle criminal defense attorney to protect your rights and fight for [...]
In their zealousness to protect children in the internet age, police agencies and prosecutors have sometimes brought child pornography charges against innocent people. If you are charged with child pornography in the Seattle area, speak at once with a Seattle sex crimes attorney. Child pornography is not free speech protected by the U.S. Constitution. It is [...]
Stalking charges are often a result of a misunderstanding between the accused and the accuser. In a modern interconnected world, facing stacking accusations is easier than ever. Stalking can be a felony or gross misdemeanor in Washington and is often similar to the charge of harassment. If you’ve been accused of stalking, it’s imperative to [...]
