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Daelyn Rochelle Julius
Bellingham Criminal Defense Attorney.
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Criminal

Asked by a user in Tacoma, WA - over 3 years ago.

The section you cited, Revised Code of Washington RCW 9A.56.020 is the definitions section of the theft statute, the actual crime you may be charged with is in the following sections: RCW 9A.56.030 = theft in the first degree; RCW 9A.56.040 = theft in the second degree; RCW 9A.56.050 = theft in the third degree; that being said generally the statute of limitations on a theft charge is 3 years after the alleged date of commission as long as you are not a charitable organization or you are a...

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Procedure for expunging criminal record in Canada

Asked by a user in Lynnwood, WA - over 3 years ago.

I was just recently asked that question by a client and unfortunately I have learned directly from Canadian Customs that even if you get your record expunged or vacated, Canadian Customs will still consider it before you enter Canada. In order to be let into Canada if you are currently ineligible you can apply for rehabilitation through the Canadian Consulate 10 years after your conviction if you have not had any new charges.

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Speeding

Asked by a user in Issaquah, WA - over 3 years ago.

Under Revised Code of Washington 46.63070 an individual is allowed to defer a traffic infraction, including speeding tickets, once every 7 years, as long as the individual was not holding a commercial drivers license or operating a commercial motor vehicle at the time. This option should be presented on the back of your ticket. Additionally there is an administrative fee that usually runs in the ball park of approximately $100.