I am sentenced to 14 months in state prison, the state is washington, how much time will i serve for welfare fraud i go in sept.

If you have no prior offenses for violent or sex crimes, you should expect to serve about 7 months.

Should I go to trial with public defender that has never tried a case like mine?

I hope you found reassurance in the confidence of lawyers who practice law in other states. The truth is, in Washington, you have no choice but to...

Husband tried to destroy my computer, I had to fight him to get it back. Can I be charged with assault?

I assume you wrote this from your home which generally delays the prosecutor's charging decision as how the case will (or in some rare instances...

I had my mother arrested for domestic violence. I do not want to file charges. Will the state file charges anyway?

1. If filed in Lynnwood Municipal Court it almost certainly will be filed soon if isn't already pending. Generally more attractive plea deals...

How to get a wrongful criminal conviction overturned in King County Superior Court?

I agree with Mr. Stimmel except that newly discovered evidence could provide a basis forwhat is called a Personal Restraint Petition to try and get...

Is it OK, to date a 14 year old girl while I'm 18 years old w/o any intention of having any sexual activities or sex in general?

Many young men are serving lengthy prison sentences despite starting spending time with underage girls. If the age range is far enough apart,...

First offense shoplifting. What charges am I facing?

I agree with Scott. I would add that City courts charge cases quickly, and you should get a lawyer ASAP. If the case was reported to the Sheriffs,...

States all have registration requirements and most (like Washington) can charge you with a felony. I believe most states try to match the crime...

It is OK, to contact the dol hearing officer who made a final order on my appeal.

You can actually file a "Motion for Reconsideration" but there is no point unless some new case has been issued during pending and ruling on your...

As much as I hate to admit it, I'd accept the break. I don't have a lot of respect for Bothell, their government, or the Police there, but this...