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DUI & Criminal Charges In Poulsbo
Poulsbo Washington has a relatively low crime rate, ranking far down the list with other smaller Washington cities like Stanwood and Washougal. However, that is not to say that there isn’t a very active police department. In fact, the Poulsbo Police certainly…
The Confusion Surrounding Domestic Violence Charges
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…
Am I Required To Stay With My Public Defender?
No. In fact, if you are waiting to be assigned a public defender, you are wasting valuable time. The time between arrest and Arraignment is when we get the most important things done on a case. If you hire Ryan…
Did You Get Arrested For A Second Or Third DUI? If You Were Not Booked Into Jail, You Need To Get A Private Attorney ASAP.
Why a private attorney? If you use a public defender, the benefit I am about to explain won’t apply because you won’t get an attorney assigned until the Arraignment. That is too late. No Bail Hold In Washington, if you…
Heading To Court? Here Are Some Tips For What To Wear And Some Tips On What NOT To Do.
Going to court is a little like going to church. If you can behave properly, everyone is welcome. It doesn’t matter if you came in your gym clothes or your Sunday best, most churches will welcome you. Think of court…
The Domestic Violence Special Allegation
Assault charges with the special allegation of domestic violence are very common this time of year. Perhaps it’s the stress of finances or just spending too much time together, tensions are higher. Part of our job is to help the…
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN WASHINGTON STATE – What is Domestic Violence? Do I have a problem?
At Witt Law Group, we handle a lot of Assault–DV cases. The term domestic violence or DV is often used incorrectly. The actual charge in Washington is typically Assault Fourth Degree—DV. Domestic violence is a special allegation and the DV…