Do I Qualify for a Court-Appointed Lawyer?
If you have been charged with a criminal offense and you lack the financial means to hire legal representation, you may be entitled to a ...
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I Am About To Be Sentenced
The sentencing phase in a criminal case usually occurs soon after a defendant pleads guilty to a crime or is convicted after a jury trial ...
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Amnesty not the Only Answer?
Earlier this month new California legislation was proposed that would forbid courts from suspending a person’s driver’s license simply because that person can’t pay her tickets or ...
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Criminal Trial Process
This past week, SQ Attorneys prepared for trial on a criminal assault 4th degree domestic violence charge. The Constitution guarantees a right to a trial ...
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Lights, Camera … Action!
In following up with one of our recent posts about Seattle Police Officer (‘SPD‘) body cameras, we at SQ Attorneys note that SPD has now ...
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Drug Charges in the Criminal Justice System
Drug offenses are some of the most common criminal charges filed within the criminal justice system. The Federal and State drug possession laws make it ...
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Distracted Driving About to Encompass more Acts
On Tuesday January 17, 2017, a House bill was filed that would, among other things, make it illegal to hold a smart phone, tablet, or ...
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Pretrial Procedure
Every day, the media reports on big high profile criminal trials that make for great TV drama. We watch movies and TV shows depicting intense, ...
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Say Cheese!
The Seattle Police Department (the “SPD”) is now closer than ever to using body cameras while enforcing city, state and federal laws. Many folks seem ...
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Sentencing After Guilty Conviction
Judge will decide on the appropriate punishment during the sentencing phase of a criminal case after a defendant has pled guilty or has been found ...
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