Criminal charges are not just for adults. Many young people face charges, but their cases must go through the juvenile justice system, which treats them far differently from adult offenders. If your child is charged, you should hire an experienced defense attorney as soon as possible. Do not allow one mistake to ruin your child’s […]

We may defend each assault case differently. Charges, facts, and circumstances vary, making self-defense viable in some cases and lack of intent viable in others. Let us start working on your defense immediately so we have ample time to prepare before trial. We may use text messages, witness statements, video footage, and other evidence in […]

Criminal convictions might continue to haunt you long after your release from prison. If a mistake far in the past has affected your gun ownership rights for too long, is there anything you can do to restore them in Washington? There are specific criteria you must meet, and some felony convictions make you lose your […]

Domestic violence crimes are often taken very seriously.  Intimate partner violence is often recurring and is something the legislature has sought to stop.  Because of this, the penalties for domestic violence crimes may be increased. Fines of $100-115 are usually added to domestic violence offenses to fund prevention and victim advocacy programs.  On top of […]

When you are involved in any kind of criminal law issue, information is a vital resource in defending your best interests. With the help of a criminal defense attorney, you can fight your charges and explore opportunities to minimize, beat or dismiss your charges, all while getting the information you need along the way. Instead […]

(And What You Need to Know If You Live in Tacoma or Pierce County) Clearing a criminal record is a powerful step toward a better future—but it can also feel confusing and frustrating. In Washington State, there are two key legal processes that can help: expungement and vacation of conviction records. These tools can give […]

During a criminal trial, prosecutors must ensure that their arguments remain within constitutional limits, particularly when commenting on the absence of defense evidence, and if they fail to do so, the defendant may have grounds for challenging the results of their trial. The standard courts apply when evaluating alleged prosecutorial misconduct is narrow, however, as […]

Mental health sentencing alternatives (MHSA) are designed to provide therapeutic interventions for defendants with serious mental illness, but they carry stringent compliance requirements and judicial oversight. A recent Washington case explored the balance between a defendant’s obligations and the responsibilities of third parties such as community corrections officers and treatment providers. If you face sentencing […]

If you have a previous DUI on your record, you might already be familiar with the process.  However, what you might not know is that there is a mandatory minimum sentence for all levels of DUI for a second offense. Under RCW 46.61.5055, all DUI offenses have a jail requirement.  This mandatory minimum sentence requires […]

How to Vacate a Conviction in Tacoma, WA: Clearing Your Criminal Record After Sentence Completion Just because you’ve served your sentence doesn’t mean the punishment is over. Criminal convictions—especially for gross misdemeanors and felonies—can follow you long after probation or jail time ends. They may appear on background checks, limit your ability to secure employment […]