I’m turning 18 in 2 weeks and I have a bench warrant out for missing court. My question is how long would I be in juvi/jail for?

You want to get back into court before your 18th birthday so this can be handled in juvenile court. The court can then extend jurisdiction until...

How much time will my husband receive on an assault 2 domestic violence with strangulation and him leaving me unconscious?

The prosecutor should have a victim's advocate who can discuss the sentencing calculations for you. As Mr. Lawrence said, there's a standard range...

How can I sue or punish my husband for hitting me while am pregnant ?

If your husband is hitting you, that is a crime. You may call the police and report when it happens. The police will arrest him and the...

Can I overturn a conviction, arrest on collateral attack?

There are many limitations to a collateral attack on a conviction, depending on the facts of the case. Establishing a claim of ineffective...

Did appellate court mistakenly rule on the due date for opening brief?

You are correct. You may call the clerk's office to ask about it and see if they acknowledge the mistake and send a corrected letter, or you may...

The standard range for a single conviction of vehicular homicide based on intoxication with no prior convictions is 78-102 months, or 6-1/2 to...

How will the matter be handled, cause they fought at school?

Mr. Olson is correct. Your son faces a possible felony charge of second degree assault for breaking the nose. He should consult with a lawyer...

Would you represent my son's appeal under the State v O'dell? The brief filed by the ACLU asks the Washington Supreme court.

The Washington Supreme Court recently held that O'Dell is not retroactive and so cannot support a new sentencing hearing for people who already...

What are my chances of getting a diversion for 3rd degree rape as a kid?

Diversions are rare for felonies and rarer for sex offenses. Please discuss the case carefully with your lawyer. If you have not retained an...

A person wants to turn them self in for a crime but wants a lawyer present but has no money. so they are in need of a probono

The person should contact the public defender's office to ask for help for turning themselves in. If in Pierce County, it's the Pierce Count...