Each year in the United States, more than 10 million men and women suffer from domestic violence or abuse — and this figure sadly increased even further when the COVID-19 pandemic led many states to issue shelter-at-home orders. Domestic violence doesn’t just pose a physical threat, but can also impact victims’ (and witnesses’) mental and […]

You’ve likely seen countless trials on TV, with exciting things like witnesses being hauled out of the court. While these dramas can grab your attention, they are not quite representative of what you can expect in a Washington court if you’re charged with a crime. While your defense law firm team will fill you in on the […]

Arrested in WA State: What You Need to Know Most people do not leave home in the morning and think they will get arrested later that day. In fact, many people who end up getting arrested are caught completely off-guard, particularly when they haven’t done anything wrong or don’t believe they have done anything wrong. […]

There is a lot of confusion surrounding a person’s rights when he or she protests or joins a demonstration. For your protest to be as safe and effective as possible, you need to understand your rights and all the legal restrictions that apply to how you express what you are feeling, the nature of your […]

Understanding Misdemeanor Charges in Washington State In Washington, criminal charges range from misdemeanors charges to serious felonies. If you’re convicted of any criminal charge, it could lead to fines, jail time and other penalties. Even though misdemeanor offenses are not as serious as felonies, you still might be facing jail time. When you’re facing a […]

What Is a No Contact Order in Washington? In Washington, an aggressive criminal act committed by one member of a family or household against someone else in that same family or household is considered a domestic violence offense. When there is an allegation of domestic violence, the judge in the case has the power to […]