What is a persons rights to a speedy trial? What is a persons right to research material while incarcerated?

60 days from the date of arraignment, BUT, almost no felony cases happen within this timeframe and this type of charge can take longer than most to...

In the State of Washington, can I clear an FTA warrant without appearing before the court since I live in another state?

The prosecutor is correct. This is not a case that you can adjudicate from out of state. Quashing the warrant requires your personal appearance as...

Does the WA State Constitution apply to businesses?

The state constitution applies to government action, not the action of private persons or businesses. These businesses, which may experience a high...

I know you cannot sue a judge, but can one sue the state if the judge discriminated against you?

You'll likely have to give up the idea of suing anyone over a judge's ruling. You can talk to an attorney about appealing the ruling, and, you can...

My ex boyfriend stole a great deal from me and then got a restraining order on me when he was the aggressor.

If you are a victim of trespass, burglary and theft, I think alarms and cameras are a great way to start protecting yourself. Police are often...

She's probably not going to get in trouble. No one wants to dissuade people from reporting child abuse, and it's incredibly difficult to prove...

If I file a restraining order against someone that assaulted me, will charges automatically get charged?

No. If you file for your own civil protection order, it will have no impact on charges being filed and failing to appear for the hearing will not...

Is it a case if someone spends time in jail and there is no police report or probable cause?

I think I understand what happened here. You were arrested by the police and booked in jail. The next day you appeared at a probable cause hearing...

Not sure where you heard that, because I never have. You'll likely receive credit for any time you served in-custody solely under this cause...

Hi i was just wondering what could happen if a friend of mine left home and moved in here with me.

Why? A court has awarded guardianship to the brother. You are not the guardian, so you can probably expect for the police to be called. What good...