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 […]
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. It is this element of surprise that makes being […]
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 […]
In Washington, criminal charges range from misdemeanors 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 misdemeanor, it’s crucial that you talk to […]
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 issue what is known as a no-contact order […]
You have rights in Washington following an arrest for a crime or if you are being investigated on a criminal charge. Although you’ve likely heard this before, many people fail to realize just how important it is for you to fully understand those rights if you’ve been charged or think you will be. In general, […]
Being charged with a DUI in Washington is a very serious offense. The penalties include jail time, fines and other consequences that can affect your personal and professional lives. When you’re convicted of DUI and you drive for a living, for example, you could lose your job and find it difficult to get a similar […]
