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What is the law code in Washington State?

Your representation sounds like a strong affirmative defense of self defense and/or defense of property. It really is imperative that you get an attorney. Talk with the office of assigned counsel; some counties allow you to sign a promissory note for partial reimbursement of public defender appointment when you are very cose to the qualification cutoff. In any event, everytime you appear in court make it very clear to the judge that you do not want to represent yourself, and that you do desire...

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Theft in the second degree with extensive criminal background and mental health history

Theft in the second degree in Washington State is a level 1, class C felony. The maximum penalty for the charge is 5 years in jail, but the standard sentencing range is generally much lower than that, and is dependent on the number and type of prior felony convictions incurred by the defendant. Given the mental health issues you describe, it is critial that he retain or is appointed counsel so that those issues can be fully considered and thier impact on the situation made known to the...

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Is there a limit on how old a percription can be while being provided to a court of law for a Vucsa charge?

Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substance Act requires that you unlawfully possessed a controlled substance. If you have a prescription for the medication, then you are in lawful possession. An attorney will help you prove that fact by obtaining records and other evidence proving it, and by endeavoring to convince the prosecutor of the validity of the other aspects of your explanation.

My brother was arrested for selling over 8 lbs of marijuana to an undercover police officer. What kind of time can he expect?

Your brother has both a civil and a criminal problem. Under the criminal law, he can be charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver. He could theoretically be charged wtih more than one count if the undercover police purchased from him or his residence on more than one occasion prior to the date of arrest. Washington state uses a scoring type mandatory sentencing grid; an offender receives a point for each adult prior felony conviction, and a point for each...

What happens if you lie on a police report about a car accident?

Both parties could face criminal charges resulting from this matter, and each should consult with an attorney to ensure that their interests are protected, and to plan for contingencie. If questioned about this matter by the police, both parties should invoke their right to remain silent and immediately request to speak to an attorney. Having an attorney at the earliest possible stage of a potential charge like this is criticial to a favorable outcome.