I had charges reduced in a juvenile case. Can a background check still see my original charges?

Most likely you can get your record sealed and it is recommended that you so. The Washington State Patrol keeps the records that you can easily...

There is a chance of jail time on any assault 4 if there is a conviction. It is important to get a good attorney to help you resolve the case. A...

My husband forgot about a court date and was so given his third bench warrant. What will happen when he turns himself in?

It is not possible to give you a detailed answer as to what will happen without knowing more facts about the underlying charges that your husband...

I practice in Skagit County. There can be a big difference in how the Prosecutor and the Court looks at a case of Burglary. They will look at the...

I missed my first probation meeting today. What are the circumstances of this?

You state in your question that you were arrested for MIP and Possession but not that you were convicted. So it is unclear why you have a proation...

Traffic Violation

Best to check with your local state laws for sure, but usually these types of citations are infractions-which means they are not criminal charges....

I have a warrant issued for my arrest for failure to appear. If I go to the court to settle this, will I be arrested when I go?

I recommend calling a local attorney to find out what it will take in that court to quash the warrant. It would be helpful to re-license before you...

How do I find a good criminal defense lawyer?

To find a good criminal defense attorney it is important to try a variety of approaches. Look on-line in your area, look in the telephone book in...

What is the consequence of "minor operating a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol" in Washington state?

The difference between DUI and this Minor Operating charge is primarily that the level of BAC result is much lower for the Minor charge. The DUI...