It’s always nerve wracking to be accused of a crime. But what about those crimes, such as DUI, where you could potentially spend a year in jail? That can be harrowing. Some crimes, if you are convicted, even have the likelihood of a year or more in prison. If you’re like most people you’re hoping […]

Now that you’re facing the frightening charge of a DUI, you’re probably also facing another frustrating situation. You’re hearing unfamiliar terms that are doing nothing but further confusing and possibly even intimidating you. One of these terms you might have heard is ignition interlock device (IID) and the related term ignition interlock license (IIL). You […]

The most horrible thing to ever happen to you has happened. You were pulled over and now you’re facing DUI charges. You’re worried about potential jail time, fines, and other possible penalties like mandatory treatment or the mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device. You’re probably wondering what to do now. Hopefully you found this […]

Homicide is one of the most serious and scary crimes to be investigated for or to be accused of. It has the most severe penalties of any crime in the state of Washington. These penalties can include life in prison or even death. So, the minute you are under investigation for murder you need to […]

You or a loved one has been accused of a crime involving firearms. To make matters worse, it is classified as a federal crime. You may be wondering what makes it a federal crime and what difference that makes. Once classified, the difference between state and federal crimes is different procedures and stiffer penalties; you […]

The Court of Appeals of Washington, Division Two has ruled that a superior court committed error when it denied a defendant’s motion to withdraw his plea of guilty in a third-degree assault case. In an unpublished opinion, a security guard apparently attempted to stop a man from shoplifting at a Cowlitz County retail store. In […]

In an unpublished opinion, a Washington man was charged with second- and fourth-degree assault. Before trial, the State of Washington was also permitted to add felony harassment of a Good Samaritan and second-degree attempted robbery charges in the case. In Washington, a longer sentence may be imposed against a person who is convicted of a […]

When Your Child Faces Criminal Charges in Tacoma, WA One of the most heart-wrenching experiences a parent can face is seeing their child accused of a crime. In that moment, many parents think, “I wish it were me instead.” The household is often thrown into emotional chaos. Fear and worry dominate—but they may be mixed […]

No one plans on being accused of a crime or being under investigation or having their home or vehicle searched – one of the clearest indications that you are under investigation. For this reason, very few people know how to proceed when these things happen. You’re probably stressed and wondering “What do I do now?” […]

Getting arrested for domestic violence assault or any crime designated as assault is frightening. Washington takes domestic violence very seriously. Not only are you facing the usual jail time and fines you would face for any crime. You may also be facing a mandatory treatment program, extra fines plus the stigma that a domestic violence […]