Wiping the Record Clearn
When expungement of an arrest or conviction is an option in a state or county, in most instances a person’s criminal record must meet certain ...
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The ‘Bad Apple’ Affect
When talking with potential domestic violence defendants, they and their families often wonder why the government is so unreasonable to deal with during negotiations. Often ...
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You are Guaranteed the Assistance of Counsel
So you have been charged with a crime and now you are in need of an attorney? A criminal defendant’s right to an attorney is ...
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When is Self Defense OK?
When is it ok to assault another person? That may seem like an easy question to answer – never, right? Well not so fast there ...
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Three Strikes and You Are Out!
The “three strikes” law has been implemented in many States, where in which a defendant with three violent felony convictions may be sentenced to life ...
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Deferred Prosecution is not the Easy Out
Many folks often wonder when they – or a loved one – are facing a first time DUI if there is a ‘get out of jail free/ ...
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Criminal Case Theory
Soon after a defendant explains his or her story to a criminal lawyer, they will probably collaborate with each other to come up with a ...
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Thwart the DV Impact
As all criminal defense attorneys know, domestic violence charges can impact anyone, regardless of whether you are male or female. Washington law defines domestic violence ...
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Sentencing Procedures
Soon after a defendant has pled guilty or has been found guilty at trial, a Judge will decide on the appropriate punishment during the sentencing ...
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Change is in the Air
Earlier this year the Washington State legislature made extensive changes to our Washington DUI statutes. The bulk of our impaired driving related statutes were changed ...
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