I live in the State of Washington. My ex girlfrient has filed and order for protection.

It is very rare for prosecutors to monitor petitions for protection orders. If the police were not called about the original allegation of...

How long dose the state have to file charges in a misdemeanor Domestic Violence case ? In Washington state.

Almost every domestic violence case in the State of Washington is a gross misdemeanor. The statute of limitations is 2 years. Len...

My boyfriend was arrested for rape 3 and his dispostion says charge not filed. what does this mean? and whats going happen next?

I agree he needs to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. Even though they have not charged him yet, the state of limitations...

My boyfrined was arrested for Rape 3 and his dispostion says charge not filed what does this mean? and whats going to happen?

I agree he needs to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. Even though they have not charged him yet, the state of limitations...

DV-Assault 4

There is practically no chance the state with not charge him if they were told he threw a phone at you requiring stitches. At a minimum he will be...

3yrs ago was picked up on brking a no contact order that was exspiring the next day. had a court date

Assuming you are facing a misdemeanor VNCO charge, your right to a speedy trial will start upon your first court appearance. Since a warrant has...

Can the person who got a restraining order on me serve me?

Your fiancwodehouse consider retaining an attorney experienced in these cases to properly advise him. If your fiancé does not appear in court...

The crime I expect you are referring to is Unlawful Imprisonment, which is a class C felony, not a gross misdemeanor. If convicted, you are facing...

Before going to court, call the attorney who subpoenaed you and discuss your potential testimony. They may decide that your testimony is not...

Yes. All court hearings are open to the public unless the judge orders the hearing closed to the public. Judges will only do that in the rarest...