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So What Is Happening With DUI Arrests Since The Keller Decision?
Well, it does not seem to be an abundance of dismissed cases. If you are facing a DUI or Physical Control charge, this might not be the information you were looking for. Multiple Prongs To The DUI Statute Since the…
Don’t Waste Valuable Time
When we urge prospective clients to “lawyer up” as soon as possible, it is not a sales pitch or an attempt to create fear. In fact, it is the opposite reason—we want to increase the odds for a positive outcome. …
Can A Cop Pull You Over If Your Middle Brake Light is Out?
Several times a year, we see law enforcement officers pull over a vehicle and the only justification given is that the middle brake light is out. However, not all vehicles have a middle brake light from the manufacturer. Can You…
THE REAL BENEFITS OF HIRING A PRIVATE CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER
Should I Just Use a Public Defender? Hiring a private defense attorney can be pretty costly. Most folks don’t have thousands of dollars to do that nor were planning to be in trouble. It’s understandable that a person would prefer…
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.…
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…