Do i need an attorney for DWLS 2nd degree, first offense?

Yes, for at least four reasons: (1) DWLS 2 is a major moving violation (so is DUI). Three of these in seven years and you become a Habitual...

Speeding: 72 (charged 65) in 60 mph zone on I-5: to contest or to defer?

(1) "Regarding deferral: it seems that one has to request deferral 7 days prior to the scheduled hearing (or earlier) if witnesses are subpoenaed."...

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Speeding ticket and deferrals

A deferred finding, per RCW 46.63.070(5)(a), allows for the dismissal of the infraction. You get one deferred finding for a moving violation and...

For the definition of "non-moving violation" see the link below.

I recieved a dui in 2007 and recently was stopped from entering my vehicle at a local casino. A field sobriety test was performe

Sounds like you might have a defense to the new DUI charge. The question of violating your probation depends on the terms of the suspended...

What are the consequnces of pleading guilty or not guilty to a DWLS 3 Charge?

The question should be "what are the ramifications of pleading guilty?" Driving while license suspended is a crime. The judge can give you up to 90...

Are driving in HOV lanes a moving violation in seattle on I-5

Yes, per Washington Adminstrative Code 308-104-160(33): a "high occupancy vehicle lane violation, as defined by RCW 46.61.165" is a moving violation.

How should i plead for a DWLS 3 charge?

The question should be "what are the ramifications of pleading guilty?" Driving while license suspended is a crime. The judge can give you up to...

I have been told that the court sometimes offers to change a traffic violation to non traffic. How is that done,

This is best done through a traffic ticket lawyer who knows your court and prosecutor. A ticket lawyer can often bring up issues that can push the...

Can a cop give me a speeding ticket after taking radar from somebody's driveway?

The short answer is "yes" a cop can give you a ticket pretty much anytime he wants. Whether the ticket will be upheld in court is a different...