Your best chance of success in getting a good outcome on these citations is to retain an experienced attorney who handles traffic infractions. Many...

Can someone be charged with posession of firearm if they do not have it on them at all?

The answer to this question will depend on whether your friend was legally prohibited from owning a firearm, where the gun was found, and what...

It appears that RCW 9.41.090 would prevent a dealer from selling a firearm to you if you have an active misdemeanor warrant (which is what an MIP...

Was fired from work for theft, 4 counts but police filed it as 1 (?) all counts totaled under $300. was not arrested.

Yes, you need a lawyer. And yes, you can and should screen for a public defender if you cannot afford to hire your own attorney. A theft conviction...

What does my son need to do to clear his record so he can get his drivers license?

He needs to go back to the court where he was convicted (ideally with an attorney at his side), and petition the court to quash (get rid of) his...

How can I get a 3rd degree theft charge off my record?

A juvenile criminal conviction is not automatically removed from your record once you turn 18. You have to go back to the court and request that...

Am I eligible for requesting a deferral?

You may be eligible to request a deferral, but this does not necessarily mean this is the best choice for you. Given your age, it would be best to...

Given your age, it could be very important to contest this case. This infraction could lead to a suspension of your driving privilege, and there...

Could an old restraining order be expunged or sealed?

Assuming this is a civil protection order (meaning one not connected to a criminal charge), the short answer is no. On paper, there is a court rule...

How does the sentencing and appeal process work for felony criminal convictions? Does counsel for appeal have to be decided now?

The first thing to do is file a notice of appeal in the superior court. That should be done quickly. You do not have to fully decide which lawyer...