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Will My DUI Case Be Dismissed Or “Thrown Out” Due To The Recent Keller District Court Ruling
We are trying to respond to our current clients but we know there is a lot of interest in how the recent Keller decision will impact DUI cases in Kitsap County. While the decision impacts admissibility of breathalyzer evidence, that…
What Is A Pre-Trial Hearing?
While the word “trial” is in this procedure, it is quite a simple and quick process. There are no witnesses, opening statements, closings, or even a jury. It is a hearing that occurs after the defendant has been Arraigned (see…
Understanding Miranda Warnings – Will Your Case Be Dismissed?
We frequently receive calls from potential new clients who want confirmation that their case is going to be dismissed. Obviously, everyone wants to beat a criminal charge and the stress or fear of potential jail time to go away. While…
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…
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…
Do Not Call, Text, or Send Messages To Your Partner Who Has A No Contact Order
This blog is written for those of you who did not know about Washington’s mandatory arrest rule and, now, very much regret calling law enforcement on your partner. Most likely, your life is a mess right now. Your partner’s life…
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…