"Tacoma Felony Attorneys: Navigating the High-Stakes World of Felony Charges in Pierce County" Introduction: Felony charges, whether it's your first time encountering the law or not, can upend your world in an instant. More severe than misdemeanors, felonies leave a...
The Washington Constitution, like the United States Constitution, grants criminal defendants the right to be tried before an impartial jury of their peers. While the courts generally rule in favor of protecting that right, they generally decline to extend it beyond...
Washington's Criminal Procedure Code lists various crimes as domestic violence if they involve harm or threats of harm. These crimes include serious offenses like assault, kidnapping and rape but also include things like breaking into someone's home (burglary) or not...
"Navigating Tacoma's Municipal Code: A Guide for Criminal Defense" Introduction: Understanding Tacoma's Municipal Code is crucial for anyone navigating the local criminal justice system. This blog aims to demystify some of the specific regulations that impact...
Introduction: Navigating the complexities of the legal system can be daunting. In Tacoma, where the stakes are high and the waters murky, having a seasoned criminal lawyer can make a world of difference. The Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC stand out for their...
En el estado de Washington, la sombra de la confiscación de bienes es grande, permitiendo al gobierno incautar propiedades solo por la sospecha de que están vinculadas a actividades delictivas—sin necesidad de una condena. Sin embargo, no estás indefenso si caes en...
In Washington State, the specter of asset forfeiture looms large, allowing the government to seize property on the suspicion it’s tied to criminal activity—no conviction required. However, you’re not powerless if caught in this net. Understanding the innocent owner...
Washington courts rely, in part, on the convicted party’s offender score when determining sentences for people convicted of crimes under Washington law. Following recent changes in the law, such scores cannot include juvenile adjudications, but as discussed in a...
Under Washington law, the penalties for DUI crimes increase with each subsequent offense. Similarly, a 3rd or subsequent court order violation (both protection orders and no contact orders) can raise that allegation to the level of a felony. Notably, prior offenses...
Under Washington law, the prosecution bears the burden of proof in criminal trials. The State is permitted to use various means to establish a defendant’s guilt, including, in some instances, business records, which include recorded phone calls. As discussed in a...