The answer depends on the number and type of prior felony convictions the person has. With only one prior felony or other current (convicted at...

Is there such a thing as "attempted" 4th degree assault in WA state, and if so, what are the possible penalties.

In theory, there is such a thing as attempted assault 4. The legal consequences would be a simple misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail...

The law permits a sentence up to one year in jail and a $5,000 fine. A court rarely imposes this maximum sentence. A person can be assaulted...

How can we fight a wrongful conviction on a 3 strikes case

Getting a court to overturn a conviction is very, very difficult. The laws are created to make court decisions final. Courts may review them only...

A DEA agent just called saying they have confiscated prescription medication from overseas and I will be hearing from them.

Another possibility is that you will be summoned to appear before a grand jury. I too recommend you contact a lawyer authorized to practice in...

Do we need to hire an attorney or use the Public Defender

There is no easy answer to your question. A diversion is a matter of grace -- it is entirely up to the prosecutor. Only a lawyer very familiar...

If im found guilty...

Ms. Powell is correct. The courts expect that you will plead not guilty at arraignment. The purpose of arraignment is not to ask you whether you...

What are the common penalties for having a single pill of colonzapam(anxiety) without a prescription. I have no criminal hist!

If you have no prior or other current felony convictions and you are found guilty of unlawfully possessing a controlled substance for which you did...

My friend is being charged with spouse abuse, she wants me to testify against my friend, can I envoke my 5th admendment rights.

I urge you to retain a lawyer to advise and represent you. Your question doesn't contain enough facts for me to give a definitive answer, and this...

The City of Kent in Washington state issued a domestic violence charge and no contact order on my son who stole from me.

Mr. Nguyen is correct. The city of Kent, however, does not have the authority to charge a felony theft against your son, only the county...