Attorney Alexander Floyd Ransom's Legal Cases

Criminal defense

Spotlighting Big Game Second Degree & Unlawful Hunting of Big Game Second Degree (2 Counts) Cause #C801**

Mar 14, 2017

OUTCOME: Reduced & Dismissed

Client charged with Spotlighting Big Game Second Degree under RCW 77.15.450 and two counts of Unlawful Hunting of Big Game Second Degree under RCW 77.15.450. All crimes are gross misdemeanors punishabl ... e up to 1 year in jail, $5,000.00 court fines, loss of firearm rights, revocation of hunting license and the seizure/forfeiture of firearms. Making matters worse, Client risked termination of his employment with the Boeing Co. Despite the challenges, Mr. Ransom assembled a very strong merit package and convinced the Prosecutor to dismiss one count of Unlawful Hunting of Big Game Second Degree, reduce the Spotlighting charge to Criminal Trespass Second Degree under RCW 9A.52.080 and reduce the remaining Unlawful Hunting of Big Game Second Degree charge to a Wildlife Hunting Infraction under RCW 77.15.160(2)(d). The reductions were to infractions and simple misdemeanors as opposed to gross misdemeanor hunting violations. The court sentenced Client to 3 days of jail alternatives and a $2,000 fine. Ultimately, this resolution effectively avoided all the negative consequences mentioned above. Best of all, Client avoided loss of Boeing security clearance and loss of his job. Finally, Mr. Ransom contacted Fish & Wildlife authorities and convinced them to return Client's firearm after he paid its fair-market value.

Criminal defense

Unlawful Use of Drug Paraphernalia #5Z6321**

Mar 13, 2017

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client charged with Unlawful Use of Drug Paraphernalia under RCW 69.50.412. She was known to associate with people who abused heroin. Police found hypodermic needles in her purse that she left in the w ... oods after hanging out with her drug-abusing friends. Client was charged thereafter. This crime is a gross misdemeanor punishable up to 1 year jail and a $5,000 fine. Despite the allegations, Mr. Ransom filed a Knapstad motion to dismiss because possession of drug paraphernalia by itself is not a crime; the crime requires an improper use. Also, the statute provides that it is lawful for persons over age 18 to possess sterile hypodermic syringes and needles for the purpose of reducing blood borne diseases. RCW 69.50.412(5). Here, Client was merely delivering clean syringes to people who abused heroin. Her intentions were altruistic, and done with the intention of preventing the spread of disease among intravenous drug users. Prosecutor dismissed the case. Client was extremely happy.

Criminal defense

Disorderly Conduct

Feb 21, 2017

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client charged with Disorderly Conduct under RCW 10.24.010. This is a simple misdemeanor punishable up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000.00 fine. Client was a college student who allegedly held up up ve ... hicular traffic with his friends. At first, the City prosecutor wanted him to plead guilty to the charges, serve 2 days in jail and pay a $300 fine. Despite the challenges, we went forward resolving his matter with better outcomes. Mr. Ransom assembled a strong merit package, and negotiated an outcome where client received no jail, $693 fine, 8 hours of community service and a dismissal under a 1-year deferred sentence.

Criminal defense

Minor in Possession of Alcohol #6Z587***

Feb 14, 2017

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client charged with Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP) under RCW 66.44.270(2)(a). The crime of is a simple misdemeanor punishable up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000.00 fine. It could also carry a c ... ourt-ordered alcohol evaluation, treatment and active probation. Even worse, an MIP conviction could have negatively impacted Client's future career endeavors. Despite the challenges, Mr. Ransom persuaded Prosecutor to dismiss the case if he obtained an alcohol/drug evaluation, followed its recommendations and performed 20 hours of community service. Client performed these tasks perfectly. Prosecutor dismissed the case.

Criminal defense

Rape in the Second Degree (4 Counts), Indecent Liberties and Unlawful Imprisonment #15-1-001**-*

Feb 10, 2017

OUTCOME: Hung Jury & Mistrial

In this highly controversial case which was heavily publicized through local media, Client was charged with Rape in the Second Degree (4 Counts), Indecent Liberties and Unlawful Imprisonment. Before be ... ing charged, Client allegedly met different women at local bars, took them to his home and sexually assaulted them by forcible compulsion or lack of consent due to their intoxication. Eventually, the alleged victims communicated online, formed a secret/closed Facebook group, and colluded their stories with each other before reporting to police. Client's numerous Class A and Class C felonies exposed him to 5-20 years life in prison on each count. Making matters worse, sex offenses "triple" offender scores under Washington's Sentencing Guidelines. Therefore, Client faced life in prison if he was convicted of two or more charges. Mr. Ransom argued numerous pretrial motions to dismiss charges, dismiss witnesses and suppress evidence. At trial, the court dismissed one rape charge due to insufficient evidence. Ultimately, the jury deliberated for 4 days on the remaining charges. However, they could not reach a verdict. The judge declared a mistrial. Afterward, Mr. Ransom filed a motion to change venue or dismiss the case in its entirety. The hung jury, mistrial and subsequent pretrial motions positioned Mr. Ransom to renegotiate the case with Prosecutor. Client accepted a highly favorable resolution involving the dismissal and reductions of numerous charges and, essentially, credit for time served in jail.

Criminal defense

Malicious Mischief Third Degree # CB998**

Feb 09, 2017

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client was charged with Malicious Mischief Third Degree Domestic (DV) under RCW 9A.48.090. This is a gross misdemeanor punishable up to 1 year in jail and a $5,000 fine. Making matters worse, the charg ... e was designated as "domestic violence," which lends itself to increased penalties, evaluations, treatment and loss of gun rights if Client was convicted. Here, she was allegedly under the influence when she destroyed her boyfriend's door after he locked her out and called police during an argument. Despite the challeges, Mr. Ransom contacted the boyfriend and persuaded him to enter a Compromise of Misdemeanor. This allows dismissal of the charges if the victim is paid back the value of their property loss. Mr. Ransom also persuaded Prosecutor to enter this resolution. The case was dismissed and the No-Contact Order was rescinded.

Federal crime

Aiding & Abetting a Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Dec 09, 2016

OUTCOME: Prevailed at Sentencing over Government's Recommendations

Client was federally indicted with Aiding & Abetting a Felon in Possession of a Firearm under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1) and § 924(a)(2) and (2). The crime is a federal felony where violators can be punishe ... d with up to ten years in prison. According to the allegations, Client was a retired mother who intentionally allowed her son, a convicted felon, to handle and possess her firearms. Tragically, Client's son was killed during a tragic shootout with police when they tried serving a warrant for his arrest at Client's home. At trial, the Government produced evidence and testimony supporting their claims that Client (1) knew her son could not possess firearms, and (2) did so anyway with a criminal purpose in mind. The jury found Client guilty. At sentencing, the Government recommended 6 months of imprisonment, 2 years of supervised release and a $5,000 fine. However, the federal judge adopted Mr. Ransom's recommendation to give a downward departure from the sentencing guidelines and impose only 90 days of home monitoring with a $3,000.00 fine. Although Client was ultimately found guilty, the court's sentencing was far better than the Government's plea offer and sentencing recommendation.

Criminal defense

Assault Fourth Degree # CB0942**

Sep 26, 2016

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client was charged with Assault Fourth Degree under RCW 9A.36.041 for allegedly striking another male in the face who flirted with his wife. This crime is a gross misdemeanor punishable up to a year in ... jail, a $5,000.00 fine and 2-5 years of active probation. Convictions can lead to loss of employment opportunities, travel restrictions and loss of firearm rights. Client was laid off from his employment over this charge. Even worse, the Prosecutor wanted Client to plead guilty as charged, serve 10 days of jail, pay a $400 fine, obtain an anger management evaluation, undergo treatment and serve two years of active probation at $100 per month. The Prosecutor also wanted Client to enter a No-Contact Order with the victim and pay restitution for the victim’s injuries. Despite the challenges, Mr. Ransom thoroughly investigated the case and discovered the victim did not want to press charges and/or testify on behalf of the Prosecution. The case was dismissed. Afterward, Client re-obtained his employment.

Criminal defense

Assault Fourth Degree (DV) # 6Z05003**

Sep 21, 2016

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client charged with Assault Fourth Degree (DV) under RCW 9A.36.041 following a misunderstanding with his wife. The crime is a gross misdemeanor punishable up to 1 year in jail and a $5,000 fine. Client ... had no prior criminal history. Unfortunately, Client risked being demoted from his high-level engineering job if he was convicted of any crimes. At arraignment, Mr. Ransom successfully rescinded the No-Contact Order with the cooperation of Client's wife. Eventually, Mr. Ransom interviewed Client's wife and discovered she wanted the charges dismissed and would not cooperate with the Prosecutor's efforts to change her mind otherwise. This allowed Mr. Ransom to successfully negotiate a Stipulated Order of Continuance resolution dismissing the charges after Client shows 1 year of good behavior. The court imposed no jail, no evaluations, no treatment and no probation.

Criminal defense

Assault Fourth Degree #PA1337*

Aug 29, 2016

OUTCOME: Dismissed

Client was a commercial truck driver charged with Assault Fourth Degree under RCW 9A.36.041 during a road rage incident. The crime is a gross misdemeanor punishable up to 1 year in jail and a $5,000 fi ... ne. Client was a hardworking family man with no prior criminal history. Unfortunately, he risked losing his employment if convicted of any crimes. Mr. Ransom advised client to seek anger management classes and counseling sessions. Afterward, Mr. Ransom successfully negotiated a resolution dismissing the charges after Client shows 2 years of good behavior.

Alexander Floyd Ransom's Legal Cases (153)

Spotlighting Big Game Second Degree & Unlawful Hunting of Big Game Second Degree (2 Counts) Cause #C801**

Unlawful Use of Drug Paraphernalia #5Z6321**

Disorderly Conduct

Minor in Possession of Alcohol #6Z587***

Rape in the Second Degree (4 Counts), Indecent Liberties and Unlawful Imprisonment #15-1-001**-*

Malicious Mischief Third Degree # CB998**

Aiding & Abetting a Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Assault Fourth Degree # CB0942**

Assault Fourth Degree (DV) # 6Z05003**

Assault Fourth Degree #PA1337*