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In Washington, Can You Exceed The Speed Limit To Pass A Slow Moving Vehicle?
In Washington State you MAY temporarily exceed the posted speed limit if the vehicle in front of you is impeding the normal and reasonable flow of traffic. RCW 46.61.425 states: (1) No person shall drive a motor vehicle at such…
Have You Been Accused Of A Crime In The City Of Gig Harbor?
Witt Law Group PS has an office in Gig Harbor and handles misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses, including DUI / DWI and other offenses such as theft or shoplifting. In the summer, Gig Harbor Police write the occasional BUI, which…
Why Should I Hire A Criminal Defense Attorney?
This is one of the most common questions asked each week. Potential clients want to know whether spending the money for an experienced criminal defense attorney will make a difference. Hopefully the detailed explanation of how I review a criminal…
The Impact of Washington’s Distracted Driving Law
Drivers beware! You may be violating the rules of the road. Washington has a new Distracted Driving Statute (SSB 5289). Most articles and posts have been inaccurate in their analysis of the Statute.
What To Do if an Officer Asks to See Your Cellphone
The Supreme Court in Riley v. California now requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant prior to searching a cell phone. At the Witt Law Group, we provide criminal defense in Kitsap and Pierce Counties and always challenge unlawful searches…
Wrongful Death
Losing a family member is one of the hardest experiences in life. When that loss is caused by the actions of another, it can become overwhelmingly difficult. The senseless death of a loved one can have so many long term…
Things to Know if You Are in an Accident
Not everyone can keep a clear head in an auto accident but having a mental checklist ahead of time can help. Here are a few suggestions to consider keeping in the back of your mind.
General Negligence
Sometimes the word negligence is used in the context of a criminal charge such as reckless driving. However, in personal injury cases, it is used to describe a situation where a person failed to act with reasonable care. This standard…