DUI
Are Impaired Drivers on the Rise in Washington?
June 23, 2026
Washington is seeing more DUI referrals to its tox lab, and new laws like House Bill 1493 are reshaping the state’s DUI statutes — with a possible .05 BAC limit next.
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New DUI Laws in the Future?
June 23, 2026
Bradley Lane , a State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor, claims that the number of impaired drivers in Washington appears to be trending upward. Apparently,…
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Can My Marijuana Case Impact My Right to Possess Guns?
June 22, 2026
On June 18, 2026, as part of the final scheduled slate of opinions before its summer break, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a unanimous ruling on yet another…
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DUI
Exceeding Lawful Authority?
June 16, 2026
Did the Mill Creek Police go too far in chasing down a teenager? A recent lawsuit claims yes. The lawsuit specifically alleges that police exceeded their…
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What Is Reasonable Suspicion?
June 14, 2026
One of the most important principles in criminal law is the concept known as “reasonable suspicion.” An officer with reasonable suspicion that a crime has…
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Domestic Violence
What is Coercive Control?
June 11, 2026
Well, a recent Washington case cemented Washington’s law recognizing coercive control as pretty much a single basis for issuing a domestic violence…
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Are Local Governments Changing the Laws for The World Cup?
June 7, 2026
With the World Cup a week away, the spotlight is no longer just on the stadiums, but also on how each city is rewriting the rules of the game off the…
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DUI
Vacating a Conviction in Washington?
June 1, 2026
Being labeled a criminal can impact many aspects of a person’s life, including employment opportunities, housing applications, and professional licenses.…
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How Is A.I. Impacting The Court System?
May 31, 2026
With the creation of AI applications like ChatGPT and other similar technological advancements, there is a sudden rise in litigants representing…
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DUI
King County Discovery Violations?
May 27, 2026
The King County prosecuting attorney’s office was recently sanctioned $10,000 because of inexcusable discovery violations in four felony cases filed in…
Read moreWhat Should I Do After a Car Accident?
May 24, 2026
When you are involved in a car accident, no matter how minor it is your thoughts are usually racing as and you begin contemplating the damage that's been…
Read moreWhen Does the Coroner's Office Get Involved?
May 15, 2026
Coroners or Medical examiners are typically requested by law enforcement or medical personnel after a death is reported. This can be due to sudden or…
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