If you have had interaction with law enforcement and an investigation is underway, get advice right away! Every cop, judge, prosecutor and defense attorney would advise their own friends and family to remain silent and talk to a defense lawyer…
In Washington State, the Criminal Rules for Courts of a Limited Jurisdiction allow for a defendant’s arraignment to be waived. What that means is – if you hire private counsel prior to your arraignment, your attorney can send to the…
DUI investigations are somewhat unique in that an officer is trying to find probable cause for your arrest with your help. And, even though the officer is doing an active investigation with your help, you are not actually in custody.…
Being charged with a DUI in Washington is a scary ordeal, especially if you don’t know how the case may resolve. This blog post is intended to provide some guidance for those new to the criminal justice process. A DUI…
Consuming Alcohol Prior To Driving The offense of DUI or Driving Under the Influence consists of “driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug.” You can drive after consuming alcohol so long as you are not impaired…
In Latin, Corpus Delicti means “body of the crime.” It is a procedural safeguard that we have in our legal system that basically means that a person may not be convicted of a crime unless it is first proven that…
If you are facing a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Physical Control 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…
Most people are aware of the DUI laws in the State of Washington. However, not everyone is aware of the laws that criminalize being under the influence while operating a boat or other vessel. Drinking alcohol on a boat is…
Staying out of jail is the primary goal for most people facing a DUI or any criminal charge. The good news is that an experienced criminal defense attorney can keep most clients out of jail if the defendant seeks legal…
If you were arrested in Thurston County and outside of the City of Olympia or Lacey, you will be charged by the Thurston County Prosecutor’s Office. If you were arrested for DUI or another misdemeanor level crime, you will appear…
