If you are convicted of a second DUI within 5 years, the court must impose a mandatory jail sentence. Bear in mind that this is not "automatic." ...

What happens to my first offense??

As my colleagues have already indicated, the outcome in a case like this depends on a lot of different factors. Generally, cases like this are...

Should I be worried about prosecution or college status?

Based on this information, I wouldn't be surprised if the WSU PD is referring (requesting) two separate charges from the prosecutor's office: 1)...

I got a DUI in the state of Washington plus a hit and run Im 21 and its my first offense cant i just get it droped or defferd.

What type of disposition will be available in your case will depend greatly on the facts of your case. These cases are very complicated and you...

Do I need a lawyer/attorney?

You should definitely get a lawyer and, because you're charged with crimes, you have the right to a lawyer. That means, if you can't afford a...

If I challenge this MIP - Exhibiting, do I stand a good chance of succeeding?

There are some dispositions available in Whitman County/Pullman that can result in the charges ultimately being dropped. Specifically, you may be...

Minor in possession charges

Hi, The MIP statute has two prongs: 1) minor exhibiting in public, and 2) minor in actual possession. Under which prong were you...

Son was cited for MIP in WA, first offense. Our hope is that he would be offered diversion, best to plead guilty or not guilty?

Hi - The answer to your question will vary a little depending on where your son was cited. Local procedures differ from court to court. If,...

DUI in CA and WA, first or second offense?

At your first appearance (when you appeared before the judge after your arrest), did the judge or the prosecutor mention that you had a prior...

Hi, Washington case law defines a "public place" for the purposes of 66.44.270 as a place in which the general public has an unrestricted right...