The Confusion Surrounding Domestic Violence Charges
Learn all about this unique "tag" of domestic violence that can be attached to underlying criminal charges.
Ryan Witt
Four Reasons To Hire An Attorney For A Traffic Ticket.
1. The finding of “committed” for a moving violation can have long-term consequences. Moving violations generally count against a person’s driving record for three years. Once a driver’s insurance company catches wind of the violation, rates raise significantly! Additionally, they stay at an elevated…
In Trouble For Furnishing Liquor To A Minor?
During the pandemic, many special “stings” and task force programs were put on the back burner. Now that Covid has rounded the two year mark, our office is seeing these less regular cases come back into the forefront. And the…
Military / Active Duty
Witt Law Group’s offices are conveniently located to serve active duty at Naval Base Kitsap, which is located on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington state. Naval Base Kitsap was created in 2004 by merging the former Naval Station Bremerton with…
What Can Happen If I Am Restationed While A Criminal Case Is Pending?
What can happen if I am being stationed out of Washington state and I do not know yet if I am being charged criminally in a civilian court? This situation is very similar to being deployed while under investigation. The…
Will I Get A Warrant If I Don’t Show Up For Court?
If you miss a court date, the odds are that a judge will issue a warrant. However, there are often things a defendant can do to reduce her risk of getting a warrant or increase the odds that the warrant…
Kitsap County District Court Is Closed Monday, 12/27/2021
December 27, 2021 is a SNOW DAY! All Court hearings scheduled for 12/27/2021 in Kitsap County District Court are canceled. No court tomorrow! Here is the official release from the Court: “Kitsap County Courthouse, all County offices, and County parks…
Were You In A Car Accident Where The Other Driver Was Acting Aggressively Toward You?
I stopped to exchange information after an accident but other driver was acting aggressively toward me. So I left. Now what? Snowy winter conditions can and will lead to many accidents. Generally speaking, being involved in an accident is NOT…
Should I Blow If I Get Pulled Over For a DUI?
When confronted with the BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) test in Washington State, what should I do? While this blog should not be construed as legal advice, we share this information after 20 years of experience in Kitsap County, Washington. Many…
Can You Do A Deferred Prosecution On A DV Case?
If you are facing a Domestic Violence charge in the State of Washington, you may be eligible to enter a rigorous but rewarding treatment plan commonly known as a Deferred Prosecution. A successful Deferred Prosecution ends with the current charge(s)…