Statute of limitations / Right to speedy trail for marijuana possession

The delay in your case could work to your advantage. Since last year, there has been new case law that limits the officer's ability to search a...

50 grams of marijuana

The Washington State Legislature designates what conduct is criminal and the severity of the punishment. With respect to marijuana, there is a...

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Juvi's charged with burglury and theft.

Juveniles who commit criminal offenses in Washington are subject to the provisions of RCW Chapter 13.40, the Juvenile Justice Act of 1977. The...

What do I do if I can't get in touch with my (significant others) public defender so that we can hire private counsel?

If the defendant has decided to retain private counsel, the new attorney can simply meet with the client. The attorney will prepare a notice of...

Is it legal for a judge/public defender to tell you it's too late to obtain private counsel?

Defendants have the right to retain counsel of choice and the denial of a motion for continuance may unlawfully deprive the defendant of that...

Oregon record, new washington charges

Based upon your description of your husband’s criminal history, it would not appear that he is subject to the Three Strikes or Persistent Offender...

The penalty for a felony conviction in the State of Washington will depend on: 1. The seriousness of the crime; 2. The number of prior felony...

Can assault 2 be deferred?

Assault in the Second Degree is classified as a Class B felony and a violent offense. There is not a mechanism in the statutes to defer the...

The penalty for a felony conviction in the State of Washington will depend on: 1. The seriousness of the crime; 2. The number of prior felony...

"Inv. res burg" means that someone was arrested or booked into jail for investigation of residential burglary. The individual has not been charged...