Guns, DV and the Attorneys' Challenge
March 20, 2017
SQ ATTORNEYS If you or a loved one is convicted of a domestic violence related felony or misdemeanor your right to possess a firearm will be terminated.…
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Revised Code of Washington
March 16, 2017
Each and every crime in the State of Washington is enumerated in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). These codes define what a crime is, lay out the…
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As the law Turns
March 16, 2017
Washington’s distracted driving bill is moving forward quickly. As you all know, we have been following the bill’s course. Last week both chambers of the…
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Probationary Period
March 13, 2017
One of the most important jobs of a criminal defense lawyer is to ensure that a client avoids jail time at any cost. For many, this means a suspended…
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Lakewood Police Drawing first Blood
March 6, 2017
Police officers in the City of Lakewood, Washington are now performing their own blood draws on suspected impaired drivers. Although other states have…
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I'm in jail ... Get me out!
March 6, 2017
Upon an arrest, typically the first question a person asks thenselves is how they can get out as quickly as possible. Several things must happen before a…
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4 for Felony?
February 27, 2017
Earlier this month the State Senate unanimously passed SB 5037 which - if it becomes law - would make driving under the influence a felony if the driver…
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Effective Assistance of Counsel
February 26, 2017
A criminal defendant's right to an attorney is found in the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which requires the "assistance of counsel" for the…
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HB 1384 Passed
February 21, 2017
On Monday February 20, 2017, the Washington State House of Representative passed HB 1384. HB 1384 is a measure that protects victims of sexual assault.…
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Oldest Profession in the world: Prostitution
February 21, 2017
SQ Attorneys represents people charged with all sorts of criminal charges. From DUI’s, to assault charges, to sex crimes like prostitution. Sometimes…
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House Bill1371/ Senate Bill 5289 in the Books
February 15, 2017
As is well known by now, not only is texting and driving against the law in Washington State, but so is holding a cell phone to one’s ear while driving.…
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New Bias/Hate Crimes Dashboard Unveiled
February 7, 2017
Always seemingly on the cutting edge of policing, the Seattle Police Department (the "SPD") recently launched a Bias/Hate Crime Data dashboard, which is,…
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