You may be able to keep any potential jail time to a minimum, depending on the facts of your case. However, you will need to speak to an...

I had a dui deferred about 20 years ago, now I have been arrested for dui prescription drugs Am I toast?

Enhanced mandatory penalties for DUIs apply if you have had a previous DUI within seven years. So, those enhanced mandatory penalties will not...

If I am arrested for dui, can the charges be worsened at a later date?

The prosecutor does have the option of adding additional charges at a later date (for example, possession of a controlled substance). However, if...

Court sends paperwork to DOL one year later DOL considers Deffered as a second offence

You will need to talk to an attorney with experience dealing with the DOL. An experienced attorney will likely be able to show DOL what is going...

Probation violation?

Ignition interlock devices are well known to give occasional false positive readings. If you a clean blow 15 seconds later, it is unlikely that you...

RE: Self Defense. I need a lawyer who wants to get paid. 7/19/2009 I was arrested on assault in the first degree with a deadly

If you are looking for a private criminal defense attorney in Bellingham, Washington, I would be happy to meet with you for a free consultation to...

How long does a misdemeanor drug charge and a misdemeanor petty theft charge stay on a background check for employment purposes?

Criminal convictions stay on your record forever unless you take action to have them removed. In Washington, you can file paperwork to have certain...

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Caught Shoplifting at Rite Aid (Washington State)

It is unclear what question you are asking here. If you are asking how much the fine might be, that is very difficult to predict.

What would be the possible consequences of the following criminal acts in the the state of Washington?

Possible consequences? From what you have described, pretty significant including likely felony charges. You should contact an attorney...

4grams of pot was confiscated 11months ago. should I get a public defender? also can i get charges lowered from possession???

You should apply for a public defender before the arraignment. Do not go to the arraignment without a lawyer. If you end of at the arraignment date...