What’s in a Name Makes a Difference
An interesting article in the Seattle Times today outlines why the Seattle City Attorney’s decision to change the name of a certain crime has caused ...
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Seeking Justice is a Most Curious Concept
As so eloquently outlined in the Criminal Justice Section of the American Bar Association, the primary duty of a prosecutor is to seek justice within ...
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The Most Important Constitutional Right for a Criminal Defendant
One of the most important constitutional right a person facing a criminal charge is their right to a jury trial. The OJ Simpson jury trial ...
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Codified Law as Law
To some Seattle may seem to be on the cutting edge, and yet to others Seattle may seem to be over the top. Well … ...
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The Role of The Defense Attorney
The Washington State Supreme Court, in State v. Fedorov, affirmed a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol where a police officer remained in ...
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Drinking Boaters Beware
As with every year, when summer rolls in to town our waterways fill up. Boaters take to the water like ducks on a pond. In like ...
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Juvenile Law
In the eyes of the law, a juvenile or a minor is any person under the legal adult age. This age varies from state to ...
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A Change in Plans
Come August of this year holding an electronic device while behind the wheel (beyond just texting or holding a phone to your ear) will violate ...
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Criminal Procedures Officers Must Follow
Did you get arrested recently? Are you feeling as if your rights have been violated? The fact of the matter is, when the police arrest ...
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A Picture is Worth a 1K Words
In domestic violence cases it is immeasurably important to understand the full context of the parties’ relationship. The relationship itself often tells a story, and ...
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