WA DUI, Secondond offence within 7 year limit

Your instinct is right. The old ones matter. They don't count in terms of mandatory minimum penalties, but it would be foolish to assume that a...

Can someone be arrested for DUI when they are not even driving or in a car?

Every case is different. The state can charge a case where there is a good faith belief that the case can be proven at trial. If there is a...

If a civil compromise is available, it is probably better for you. If granted, it results in an immediate dismissal. Pre trial diversion means a...

Is a compromise of misdemeanor or a civil compromise possible when qfc is involved as a victim in a shoplifting case?

Is it possible? Legally, sure. QFC must agree, and the judge must approve. The statue which allows misdemeanor compromise (RCW 10.22) explains...

How should I explain Negligent Driving on my medical school appllication?

Seems to me you are really asking two questions: what is the legal definition of neg driving, and what should I say on my application? I can only...

Deferred sentence condition?

Short answer, no. As the previous answer notes, 'deferred sentence' is a creation of statute, and while most courts don't use it all that often it...

Is a DV 4rth degree assault different than a 4rth degree assault alone?

It is vastly different. The domesic violence allegation completely changes the way courts, prosecutors, and employers view your history. As a...

I have a warrant from 2004. I never showed back up to court to take care of it, but since then have not been in trouble

You are right that the warrant will continue to haunt you until you appear in court to respond to it. I do advise that you work with an attorney...

Driving on suspended license

Given the even (very) remote possibilty of that, you really need to consult personally with an attorney right away. You say her license expired,...

Yep. Some jurisdictions have a specific ordinance for defrauding a cabbie. But still a misdemeanor, as long as no physical force is used.