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In a criminal proceeding, where does the evidence come from?

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 31, 2011

I would agree with the above answer that the prosecutor can rely on whatever evidence they have (either what was gathered by police initially, or...

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1994 controlled substance charge, got out of jail, left town and got clean. now time for it to go away

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 31, 2011

It would be a good idea to consult with a lawyer before going into court for this. You've been away from the system for a long time, which is a...

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I was framed by a woman and found guilty of 4th class assault.

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 31, 2011

Whether you could be liable for contempt just for accusing the judge of favoritism is debatable. It depends what you say in the letter, and it...

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I was charged with marijuana less than 40 grams. However it was never found in my possession. It was in the other person's I was

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 27, 2011

You need to have an attorney with you to review the police reports and talk about these kinds of details. An attorney will also go over with you...

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Should I notify the Kennewick Crime Stoppers that I am currently growing? I think a they may have already been notified.

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 25, 2011

DO remove this posting. DO contact a criminal defense attorney. DO NOT contact Crime Stoppers (that would the worst possible step you could take to...

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What circumstances are used to decide if a dui is a felony or a midemeanor?

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 24, 2011

I would agree with the previous answers on what it takes for a DUI to be charged as a felony in Washington. What this means is that if this is your...

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Can the DA be contacted prior to charges filed in a DUI to explain circumstances & stop any charges; this is in WA state..

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 13, 2011

You should NOT contact the prosecuting attorney yourself prior to charges being filed. Prosecutors are law enforcement officials, and anything you...

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Son was cited for MIP in WA, first offense. Our hope is that he would be offered diversion, best to plead guilty or not guilty?

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 12, 2011

In general, your son will want to enter a not guilty plea at his arraignment (the first court date). It is possible that if he goes in without an...

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I got a DUI in Feb. of 2006. I have no new or prior offenses. Is there any way to get it off my record so I can apply for jobs?

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 11, 2011

As the previous answers have indicated, Washington law specifically does not allow DUIs to be removed from your record ever. If you plead guilty to...

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Is dui a felony

Adrian's answer | Answered on January 10, 2011

A single, first-time offense DUI is a gross misdemeanor in Washington, not a felony. There is a law for Felony DUI in Washington, which could be...

Adrian Martinez Madrone's Answers (732)

In a criminal proceeding, where does the evidence come from?

1994 controlled substance charge, got out of jail, left town and got clean. now time for it to go away

I was framed by a woman and found guilty of 4th class assault.

I was charged with marijuana less than 40 grams. However it was never found in my possession. It was in the other person's I was

Should I notify the Kennewick Crime Stoppers that I am currently growing? I think a they may have already been notified.

What circumstances are used to decide if a dui is a felony or a midemeanor?

Can the DA be contacted prior to charges filed in a DUI to explain circumstances & stop any charges; this is in WA state..

Son was cited for MIP in WA, first offense. Our hope is that he would be offered diversion, best to plead guilty or not guilty?

I got a DUI in Feb. of 2006. I have no new or prior offenses. Is there any way to get it off my record so I can apply for jobs?

Is dui a felony