How Does My Criminal Case Start?
April 13, 2025
A criminal case begins with a crime being witnessed, reported, or investigated by law enforcement. Victims and witnesses can fill out a police report, but…
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What is a Revision, Reconsideration or Appeal?
April 8, 2025
Pursuant to RCW 7.105.225(5), if a court declines to issue a civil protection order, the court shall state in writing the particular reasons for the…
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Can a Judge Reduce Bail?
April 8, 2025
The bail system in America has come under scrutiny of late. Some people complain that wealthy people can get out on bail even if they committed a serious…
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Hate Crime in Seattle?
March 31, 2025
Over the past several years, hate crimes in Seattle seem to have spiked. Police recorded 25 hate crimes during the first two months of 2024 and 17 during…
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How To Avoid a Traffic Ticket?
March 30, 2025
You probably follow common traffic laws to ensure you won't run into the police but even law-abiding drivers can get cited for an infraction. These little…
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What are Your Obligations?
March 30, 2025
What is required when you are involved in an accident involving damage to a vehicle which is driven or attended by another person or damage to someone’s…
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Are Speed Traps Illegal?
March 23, 2025
All across America, one of the most common interactions a driver will have with police is a traffic stop for exceeding the posted speed limit or another…
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New Gun Law?
March 20, 2025
House Bill 1163 is one step closer to becoming law, as the bill to require a permit to buy guns cleared the House last week. Essentially, the bill, as…
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Can I Appeal My DUI Conviction?
March 16, 2025
If you are convicted of Driving Under the Influence, you might be able to appeal your case. In a DUI appeal, you ask a higher court to review aspects of…
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Ban of Guns Extended in More Public Places?
March 10, 2025
Senate Democrats passed a bill last week that, if passed, would ban firearms and other weapons (i.e. explosives and slungshots, sand clubs, metal…
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What Is the Purpose of Department of Licensing?
March 7, 2025
Each state in the United States has a branch of government that regulates issues like driver's licenses, license plates, and vehicle registration. This…
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What Do I Do If My Prescription Drugs Go Missing?
March 3, 2025
For many, prescription drugs are an absolute necessity to survive. For those suffering with serious medical conditions, prescription drugs have given them…
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