In Washington, arraignment is held within 14 days of first appearances, or after the Prosecutor files their charges. At arraignment, the Prosecutor...

What happen's if it is your first time for theft with no criminal back ground

Along with seeking dismissal, your #1 goal is to avoid pleading guilty to a crime of dishonesty. Theft is a crime of dishonesty (so is Forgery,...

What are the penalties for a violation of a civil anti harassment order if i have three prior Domestic Violence NCO violations .

Under RCW 26.50.110(5) a violation of a court order (NCOV) is a Class C felony if the offender has at least two previous convictions for violating...

"Minor Intoxicated in Public" but was on my front lawn?

You are charged with Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP) under RCW 66.44.270. Under the statute, it is unlawful for a person under the age of...

What constitutes possession of something (drugs) according to WA state law

Your circumstances bring many legal issues: Why did the officers contact you? Was it a to conduct a Terry stop under Terry v. Ohio? Was the search...

Assuming your facts are correct, you were legally entitled to defend yourself. Under the Washington Pattern Jury Instructions (WPIC) and case...

Failure to stop at school zone crosswalk. The son of a friend was driving his car, did not stop at school crosswalk.

The best defense is whether the Prosecutor can prove your son was driving. The best advice for your son? Do NOT talk to law enforcement if they...

CONSENT TO SEARCH / UNLAWFUL ENTRY

Sometimes, police officers unlawfully search a defendant's home on a mere hunch, and engage "fishing expiditions" unsupported by anything beyond...

Self defense

Yes, your son can legally defend himself. Under the Washington Pattern Jury Instructions (WPIC) and case law, self-defense upon or toward the...

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Do i need a lawyer on my first court date on a dui

Yes, hire an attorney. They can make things much easier for you and your defense. Depending on the facts and your priors, DUI cases involve...