What constitutes assault in the stae of Washington? I cannot find the laws that state what assault is

Assault is basically any unwanted or offensive contact. For the assault to be a crime it must be shown that the act was intentional and there is...

I have my arraignment next month. What would be the best way to communicate to the prosecutor that the contraband isn't mine?

You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say CAN and WILL be used against you. USE THIS RIGHT. Along with the right to an attorney and...

You will probably not be able to resolve a criminal matter without returning to the court where it is filed. Either way you'll have to hire an...

Can I ask having a trial when the prosecutors dismiss my case without prejudice at the pretrial?

You need to go hire an immigration attorney today! You are clearly going through this process without legal advice and it's very likely you will...

DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED LICENSE ? evidence to show that license shouldn't have been suspended ?

If you had an attorney for trial that is the person you need to direct these questions to. If you did not have an attorney, this is the reason why...

If found later that I have an illness/disease that could provide an elevated BAC, is it possible to get the results thrown out?

This is more likely in issue that goes to the weight of the evidence , as opposed to the admissibility. As I stated in my previous answer, getting...

Is there a statute of limitations in a motion for discovery? Been months since filled and still nothing...

There are court rules and associated case law that deal with discovery rules. The problem is that any attorney license in Washington is prohibited...

If a blood test is requested (either before and/or after Breathalyzer tests at station), is it my legal right to receive one?

You do have the right to request a blood draw after submitting to the breath test. The officer has no obligation to take you to the hospital...

I have a possession of marijuana charge (under 40g). Would unwitting possession be a strong defense in my case?

As a general principle I almost always file notice of the affirmative defense of unwitting possession in POM cases. It helps the defense if there...

Someone told me to go get a new license right away

The first thing you need to do is request a hearing with DOL within 20 days of the arrest. If you don't do this your license will be suspended by...