Federal funding for crime victims has been put in jeopardy by President Trump’s administration, and Washington along with 19 other states is none too pleased. In response to the administration’s actions, the states sued the federal government. The suit seeks to release more than one billion dollars intended to go to survivors of violent crime pursuant to the Victims of Crime Act, signed into law in 1984. In Washington alone more than $34 million is at risk for fiscal year 2025. Pursuant to the administration’s acts, funding will be cut if a state impedes or otherwise hinders the enforcement of our country’s immigration laws, i.e. declining to provide federal enforcement agencies’ access to government buildings. It will be interesting to see how the judge(s) rule on the recently filed suit.
If you or a loved one is in a bind as a result of criminal allegations – in Seattle 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.
