What is sentence after appeal

When a conviction is affirmed on appeal the court must set the case for sentencing for procedural reasons. The judge can issue any sentence she...

In washington state can a gross misdermeanor affect someone getting a job?

Absolutely. A criminal conviction can also have an effect on housing, volunteer opportunities, school and much more. All of this should be...

I got an MIP last week, what should i do?

A portable breath test is only valid for probable cause to arrest. The results should not be allowed to be used against you as evidence in a...

Your apartment building parking lot is a "public highway." Under Washington Law, any property that is open to and readily accessible the public...

How long before trial on a failure to stop at a red light does the Prosecutor have to get me discovery?

The Court Rule says: "the prosecuting attorney shall at least 7 days before the hearing provide the defendant [with discovery] . . . If the...

My friend is out on bail for driving while license suspended 3rd degree gt bailed out and missed court now bounty hunters are

Mr. Dore has provided the correct answer for Washington State. I just wanted to add that you should not act on information provided by attorneys...

DUI parole violation Sno. Co.

There are 8 elected District Court Judges and 1 appointed Commissioner. The answer to your question will depend on who you appear in front of. ...

My 16 year old son was on diversion for 2 MIP charges and got a third one.What can happen now in WA state?

On the legal side, he could face up to a year in jail and a $5000 fine. In reality he probably only faces "Local Sanctions" of up to 30 days (plus...

WA state. Can there be a criminal shoplift charge if no police called? Can there be if one ignores the civil action letter?

There are two separate actions you may have to deal with when accused of shoplifting. First is a civil action. Under Washington Law, the store...

DUI charged and failure to appear in washington now in Arizona

In criminal proceedings the defendant's presence is mandatory for certain hearings. On a DUI you must appear at arraignment. You have to post...