NO. The age of consent in WA is 16. A 17 year old can have a sexual relationship with a 26 year old without fear of him being prosecuted for...

WA DV 4th - Non US Citizen but on a visa. The victim does not want me to be charged.

When you get to court, you will be appointed a lawyer, who will enter a "not guilty" plea for you. Another court date will be set for you. Before...

I have an arraignment for domestic violence.. please help

Do not share any more information online. When you are arraigned, you will be appointed a lawyer. Tell your lawyer everything. Make sure he...

What is the difference between sealing and expunging criminal records in Washington State? What is the criteria and costs for

We dont do "expungement" on WA, we do "vacation." To have a felony conviction vacated, you cant have had any other convictions after the one you...

It may be that your lawyer could make an argument that the search warrant affidavit was not supported by enough information and therefore the...

My daughter is being bullied/ assaulted at her dads house he does nothing what can I do to protect my 8 year old daughter.

Assuming you have reason to believe that your daughter is telling the truth, you should have a non accusatory conversation with her father and...

I have a warrent for not appearing in court.

Speak to the attorney who represented you and do so quickly - you could be picked up on the warrant the next time you are caught speeding or run a...

During custody visit 13 yr old boy inserted finger tip into 5 yr old half sisters vagina. Previous touch 2yr ago but he denied.

These are questions you should be asking of your retained attorney. It isnt unusual for a 13 year old to be sexually inquisitive and you would be...

Can a person be charged armed robbery w/ no weapon present and the victim can't identify him

There is supposed be some evidence that points to a particular suspect before that person is charged with a crime. It may be that the evidence is...

Provoked into assault (pushing) in order to videotape and use as revenge.

It may be that provocation is a defense in WV to a charge of assault. You should contact a criminal defense attorney in her town - most of us...