Is it possible to have a healthy balance between your law career and raising a family?

Getting a JD is a terrible idea. The cost is no longer worth the benefit. Pick a STEM discipline instead.

Can I get everything situated before my court date?

Your likelihood of going to jail is lower if you do all of the stuff you were supposed to do than if you do not do those things.

What is the best defense?

This is a very complicated problem with many layers of legal complexities that no one here can answer with any substance. The only person who can...

Ask the judge to impose community service or work crew in lieu of the monetary penalty.

How do I get my guns back?

Yes, under RCW 9.41.098(1)(e), a court may order forfeiture of a firearm found "in the possession of a person who is in any place in which a...

What do I need to do to get my things back

The guns may be evidence in the crime, in which case, you couldn't get them back until the case is over. Either way, you should hire a lawyer to...

Can police officers enter my apartment for an arrest warrant?

Yes, he can enter your apartment to arrest you. I don't think your landlord is allowed to open the door for him unless the warrant specifically...

"Could you"? Yes. "Will you be?" Not likely.

Anything and everything you can do to better your personal life will be helpful at the probation hearing.

Will my case be dismissed when evidence is presented to substantiate my plea of "Not Guilty due to Mental Disease or Defect"?

No, you're either incompetent to stand trial, in which case the case gets dismissed or you're ordered for restoration (sounds like the latter...