Criminal Law Insights

Plain-English guidance on Washington DUI, criminal, and traffic law — updated regularly by our attorneys.

DUI

Speedier Arraignments?

November 4, 2025

In July of this year the Washington State Supreme Court created a statewide standard for when arraignments (formerly charging someone and taking their…

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DUI

Electronic Home Monitoring?

October 28, 2025

One of the last government operated electronic home monitoring (“EHM”) programs in Western Washington is about to be shut down. The City of Renton has…

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What Is a Statute of Limitation?

October 19, 2025

In all jurisdictions around the United States, Prosecutors can only charge someone with certain crimes within a specific amount of time. This is known as…

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John Letters?

October 19, 2025

Prostitution is - as we all know - rampant on the Aurora Avenue North corridor of Seattle. In an effort to stem the issue, the city of Seattle has…

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Public Drug Use Down in Seattle?

October 14, 2025

Seattle passed a law in 2023 aimed at reducing public drug use. Sadly, the law has had little to no impact. Why? Because the stated intent of getting…

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DUI

A Change in Charging Policy?

October 9, 2025

A change in policy has taken place at the King County Prosecutor’s Office. As of October 1, 2025, charging decisions on criminal cases will be made within…

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