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Can I obtain a concealed pistol permit in pierce county with a juvenile felony that happeded 17 years ago (burglary-nonviolent)

Have you had any charges or convicions since the juvenile conviction 17 years ago? Restoring your right to firearms will require a period of crime free time. And you would have to go back to court and bring a motion to restore your right to possess firearms. I would also recommend sealing the juvenile conviction if eligible. Once restored, you could apply for a concealed weapons permit. The state could still deny your request for a concealed carry permit if it finds that your were "...

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Insurance ticket--was misplaced in the car but could'nt fine it on time;so got a ticket.

Mark the contested box, mail in the ticket, and bring proof that you were insured on the date you were stopped to court with you. Most judges will substantially reduce the fine or even dismiss the ticket. Good luck.

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19 yrs old need DUI advise

The prosecutor will have a choice as to whether to charge an adult DUI under the "affected by" prong of the DUI statute, or charge the case as a minor DUI, where they need to prove the BAC at the station was between a .02 and a .08. If you contact me, I would be happy to discuss your case. Whether you apply for a public defender or meet with a private attorney, it is always helpful to get an attorney on board as soon as possible, given the nature of DUI evidence. Let me know if I can help.

Do i have to plead guilty in court .

No contest is not an available plea in Washington. You can either plead guilty or not guilty. Before you plead guilty, get your license re-instated if possible. This often leads to a reduction of the charge. And consult with an attorney in your area.

Will my 21 year old boyfriend get in trouble for getting me pregnant even if my parents don't press charges?

Yes, he could be charged with felony rape of a child. The state has sole discretion to bring criminal charges, so the prosecutor could charge him even if you and your parents object. If he is concerned, have him contact a criminal defense attorney in your area immediately.

I am in washington state and just went defered on a no insurance ticket and received a speeding ticket. what happens now?

If the deferred was entered in Snohomish County District Court, it will not void the deferred. You will not be eligible for a deferred finding on the new ticket because seven years have note elapsed since your last deferred. You are eligible for a deferred finding once every seven years.

I am in washington state and just went defered on a no insurance ticket and received a speeding ticket. what happens now?

If the deferred was entered in Snohomish County District Court, it will not void the deferred. You will not be eligible for a deferred finding on the new ticket because seven years have note elapsed since your last deferred. You are eligible for a deferred finding once every seven years.

Expungement of a misdemenour after 10 years.

It sounds like your case was dismissed after you fulfilled some conditions (like crime free behavior for 3 months) so it probably is not a conviction. I would recommend running your history on www.wsp.wa.gov. Look for the "WATCH" link. This will tell you if it is being reported as a conviction. Assumming it is not a conviction, you would not be eligible to have it vacated. You could move to seal the court file, but judges are increasingly hesitant to grant motions to seal. Expungment is...

How long can you get for assult 1? In Washington state, Everett city.

Assault 1 is a class A felony, which is the most serious class under Washington law. The maximum penalty is life in prison and a $50,000 fine. The standard range for an adult with no felony criminal history is 93-123 months in prison. Additional time can be added if a deadly weapon was used. I handle these cases and would be happy to speak with your friends son, if he does not already have an attorney. I recommend he seek counsel immediately.

Can a juvenile conviction for assault prevent me from getting a firearm

Yes, a juvenile conviction for the California equivalent of a violent offense under Washington law can (and apparently did) cause loss of your firearms rights. I would contact a firearms restoration lawyer in California and ask about sealing the juvenile file and/or restoring your firearms rights in CA. I hope this helps.