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DRIVERS BEWARE! YOU COULD LOSE YOUR LICENSE!
It has been nine months since the Washington Legislature changed the rules about traffic tickets in a BIG way. Those who do not know about the new law could end up without a license. It is MUCH easier for a…
Defense Attorney Fees For DUI or Other Criminal Defense?
How much does a DUI lawyer cost? Do I have to pay all up front? My family law lawyer made be pay a retainer up front. How is criminal defense the same or different? These are common questions potential clients…
DUI Charges For Unimpaired Drivers?
During holidays with extra DUI patrols, we try to warn people about the risk of facing a DUI criminal charge despite a lack of impaired driving. Since there are more emphasis patrols by law enforcement during the Fourth of July…
Why Do We Offer A Monitoring Service?
Delay In Criminal Charging Is Common Most people are quite surprised to learn that a large percentage of criminal cases don’t get “off the ground” until many months after an incident occurred. This is even true with DUI cases. If…
Avoid Bail. Don’t Violate Conditions Of Release.
Were you arrested for DUI or some other crime and then released without bail? If you were fortunate enough to avoid posting bail, don’t test your luck by violating your conditions of release. Conditions of release are set by the…
Mistakes After An Accident – Avoid A Criminal Charge
Do not admit fault. If you are unsure as to who has “caused” the accident or will be considered at fault, be sure to call 911 so an officer can come to the scene. You can share what you know…
3 Things To Know About Bail
If you or a loved one is being held in jail, the bail process can be very confusing. Bail is also very expensive. Consequently, by the time we get a call from family, everyone is pretty frustrated. Typically, the first…
Olympia Municipal and Thurston County Criminal Cases — Options In Therapeutic Courts
When facing any criminal charge, it is critical to know what options you have for resolution. For example, if charged with Assault 4 with a domestic violence special allegation you have fewer alternative options to resolve the case than a…