I was the vicim of DV, assault in the 2nd degree. How severe is the sentence going to be.

Sentencing is a very complex matter that can't be answered in the abstract. The actual sentence given to a defendant is based primarily on his...

The two things that matter in a theft case are 1) the taking or controlling of another's property; and 2) your intent. Where you are when you are...

Can i leave the state on court probation...

Sentencing is complex and quite variable, I wouldn't advise you to rely only on the paperwork you have in front of you. It's possible that you...

There's no general answer to this question, there are literally thousands of reasons why these cases might be dismissed. But it's worth noting that...

What is the punishment for domestic violence in front of children

There is no actual crime of "domestic violence", it's simply a designation that is often attached to crimes like Assault or Malicious Mischief. I...

Can I own a firearm/CPL in Washington State if I have a DV arrest but no conviction?

Complex questions with significant consequences. The NCO must be scrutinized carefully to determine the exact restrictions and expiration. There...

I was arrested at the airport over a year ago for a weapons violation going through the scanner. I was never issued anything -

A prosecutor can typically file charges against you at any time until the statute of limitations expires. The limits may be different depending on...

How can a women break a lease for domestic abuse?

As stated above, Washington law specifically allows you to terminate your rental obligation without penalty, provided certain conditions are met....

I want to be a police officer, my felony was sealed/expunge- why can't i get a job as a police officer? a class C felony in 1997

You have a significant challenge ahead. Record clearances are only minimally useful in this post-privacy world where anyone can dig up historical...

Question about no contact order

Courts are typically extremely reluctant to lift a no-contact order early in a domestic violence setting, even when the protected party is the one...