Opioid Epidemic in Washington?
December 28, 2025
Washington state’s laws pertaining to drugs have evolved in response to the opioid epidemic, which has led to an increase number of overdose deaths.…
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Fair Chance Employment Act?
December 23, 2025
Folks facing charges, let alone harboring convictions, have seen prospective employers take a hardline on hiring in Washington State. It is both morally…
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Do I Have To Let the Police Search My Vehicle?
December 21, 2025
One of the biggest mistakes a person can make upon a traffic stop is allowing law enforcement to search one’s car if they suspect illegal activity, Law…
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Domestic Violence
Face Coverings for Law Enforcement Legal?
December 19, 2025
In September of this year the state of California became the first state to ban face coverings for police officers. Well, Washington State is now planning…
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What To Do After a Car Accident?
December 14, 2025
Soon after a car accident, especially one in which you may be at fault, you should prioritize safety. Call 911 for police and medical aid and seek…
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Seattle DUI Patrols in December?
December 8, 2025
The Seattle Police Department used to have a ‘DUI Squad,’ inclusive of officers specifically trained and dedicated to DUI prevention. When financial cuts…
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How Does a Prosecutor Decide to File a Criminal Charge?
December 7, 2025
Just because a person is arrested does not mean the government will necessarily pursue criminal charges. Prosecutors have a lot of discretion on whether…
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Messin' with Dogs?
December 3, 2025
Things are getting even more dicey for non-citizens in the U.S.. Why? Because the BOWOW Act is now in play. What is the BOWOW Act, you ask? It is a bill…
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Are You Under a Drug Investigation?
November 28, 2025
The second a warrant is served upon you by law enforcement and there is an invasion of privacy at your home, you have been thrust in to a difficult…
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AI Problems in the Law?
November 24, 2025
An interesting article was posted in the Seattle Times via the Associated Press over the weekend. It noted that attorneys’ legal briefs were filled with…
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You Got a DUI On Thanksgiving?
November 23, 2025
With the Holiday season coming up, planning safe transportation is essential. Whether it is an intimate family dinner or a family/friends party, anyone…
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Seattle Combating Prostitution on Aurora with Letters?
November 16, 2025
As part of a new tactical operation, Seattle detectives assigned to a special human trafficking unit recently began photographing the interactions between…
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