Tips for Your First Time In Criminal Court The first time you appear in court, it is likely for your Arraignment. If you are not familiar with the actual criminal court process (television shows really misconstrue the process!), it is…
Why So Many Orders? While the words “no contact” “protection” and “restraining” seem to mean the same thing, they actually relate to very specific types of cases and courts. No Contact Orders If you hear the words “no contact order,”…
If Other People Get Away With Stealing, Why Do They Care About My DUI? We actually hear this question quite a bit. In a state where property crime and theft are rarely prosecuted, it might seem that the state is…
If you are facing a DUI or other criminal charge in the City of Lacey there are a few things to be aware of when it comes to your defense. Impartial & Fair Judge First, on a positive note, this…
There are many moving pieces to be able to answer this question. In Washington, there are multiple ways to have your license suspended as a result of the DUI arrest or a conviction. To know whether you can drive or…
Every municipal court has its own local rules and “culture” when it comes to criminal cases. And, depending on the elected officials, court staff, and the experience of the deputy prosecutor, it can have a big impact on the outcome…
If you are charged with Reckless Driving, the state must prove that you drove a motor vehicle in a reckless manner evidencing willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. This can be shown in a multitude…
If you were recently investigated or arrested for a DUI or Physical Control charge in Kitsap County, you were likely released and told to “wait for something in the mail.” We have received calls from many people wondering whether they…
Violating the DUI laws in Washington State is not particularly hard to do. The reason is that the relevant Washington statute allows for the prosecutor to convict you regardless of whether you meet the per se .08 BAC standard. And, since…
When we have sign up a new client, we provide a detailed list of proactive steps we want our client to do. There are several reasons for this but, mostly, it has a significant impact on the ability to positively…
