Does this count as assault causing grievous bodily harm?

Your girlfriend's sister could be charged with Assault Second Degree. It is a Class B felony punishable up to 10 years prison and a $20,000 fine. A...

I have 3 bench warrants I need to clear up but I don't want to go in for one and get taken in on the other. What do I do?

Please read my Legal Guide titled, "Quash Your Bench Warrant" and "Making Bail." In short, hire an attorney to make concerted, methodical efforts...

At trial, the jury decides whether witnesses are reliable. Jurors also receive jury instructions to assist their decisions. Jury instructions are...

Average sentence for using a credit card without permission

Prosecutor can charge your daughter with Theft in the Second Degree (Wrongfully Obtain or Exert Unauthorized Control of Access Device) under RCW...

How can someone be convicted of something if there is no evidence of any form, and stories are consistently changing?

These cases are VERY difficult. I just conducted a 2-week jury trial with similar facts. Although the jury ruled 10-2 "Not Guilty," the judge...

Criminal trespass

Are you charged with Criminal Trespass Second Degree? If so, the crime is a simple misdemeanor punishable up to 90 days jail and a $1,000 fine....

If stolen property in my passenger's bags and purses are found in the trunk of my car, can the driver be charged with a crime?

Under RCW 9A.08.020(3), a person is an accomplice of another person in the commission of a crime if: (a) With knowledge that it will promote or...

How can I help my husband after being arrested for domestic violence?

I've attached a link to a Legal Guide in my website titled, "Defending Against Domestic Violence Charges." There, you'll find pointers on how to...

Yes, Washington has a "Stand Your Ground" defense available at trial. I've attached a link to a Legal Guide in my website titled,...

This could be charged as Rape Second Degree. A person is guilty of Rape in the Second Degree when the person engages in sexual intercourse with...

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