In Washington, people of color had criminal charges brought against them approximately 2.5 times more than those who were similarly situated to them in 2023, according to the Washington State Center for Court Record Research. The concern has always been that those of color have suffered discrimination in our court systems, they are disproportionately charged compared to those not in the same demographic. It is an overrepresentation in our legal system that must stop. Of particular concern is those who have a disproportionate amount of traffic related violations, particularly Latinos. For example, driving on a suspended license matters that often occur due to financial disparities. This is why law makers are being pushed to come up with legislation to limit police from stopping drivers for minor traffic violations, like expired tabs, broken taillights and driving without a front license plate.
If you or a loved one is in a bind as a result of a criminal charge (traffic related or otherwise), immediately contact a Seattle Criminal Attorney. A Criminal lawyer is not going to judge you and understands that everyone makes mistakes. Hiring a Seattle Criminal Lawyer to help can – at a minimum – reduce penalties and can help direct people on how to best deal with their criminal charge, and many times even get them dismissed. So, it should go without saying that someone cited for a misdemeanor or felony should hire a qualified Seattle Criminal Lawyer as soon as possible. Criminal charges can cause havoc on a person’s personal and professional life. Anyone charged with a crime in Washington State should immediately seek the assistance of a seasoned Seattle Criminal Lawyer. SQ Attorneys can be reached at (425) 359-3791 and/or (206) 441-0900.
