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Assault 4 Domestic Violence criminal charges are very complex. They involve family situations because the accused has to live outside of the home while the case is pending. The defendant also has to be very careful not to violate the No Contact Order that is put into place at the time of arrest or at Arraignment. If he or she calls the victim or answers a text message, you can be charged with another very serious crime called violation of a no contact order. Additionally, just the charging of a crime can impact someone's professional license. For example assault and DUI cases can impact physicians, dentists, teachers, counselor and real estate agents when it comes to their professional licenses. This comes up a lot with Bainbridge Island Assault cases and can be a big challenge so we try to resolve these cases quickly.

Assault, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, General

Assault Charges Bainbridge Island Municipal | Client Concerns

Bainbridge Island is primarily patrolled by Bainbridge Island Police. The patrol area is not particularly large for the number of law enforcement on the Island. For this reason, we see more “involvement” when there are responses to 911 calls. What…

Witt Law Group
March 6, 2023

DUI charges in Olympia and Thurston District Court have many unique challenges. First, they take a long time to resolve the case because the hearings are pushed out for a long time. This is to delay have speedy trial rules apply. If you were charged with DUI within 2 years of your initial arrest, the prosecutor has complied with the statute of limitations. However, that does not mean you get to resolve your case in a timely way. Make sure you hire the best DUI attorney who can explain all of these rules and challenges with your DUI case. There are ways to get a case dismissed or reduced more quickly but you need the best and most experienced DUI and criminal defense attorney to help. Call Witt Law Group for advice.

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

DUI in Thurston County WA – Delays in Your Case

When facing a DUI charge or any other misdemeanor charge, defendants are usually worried about how quickly their lives will turn upside down. How soon will they lose their license? Will it impact a professional license? Will there be jail…

Witt Law Group
March 4, 2023

The cost of a lawyer for a DUI or criminal charge will depend on where you were charged and the seriousness of the criminal charge. Most misdemeanor cases will be under $5000 but felonies will usually be well above $10,000 for a private criminal defense attorney. For Bainbridge Island or Poulsbo, the average cost of an experienced DUI lawyer will be $4000. If you are charged more than $5000 for a first time DUI, you are being charged too much.

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

LEGAL FEES FOR A DUI ON BAINBRIDGE ISLAND AND POULSBO

You can expect to be quoted around $4000 for a first time DUI and closer to $5000 for a second or third DUI. The quote will vary based on past criminal history and whether you are facing multiple criminal charges.…

Witt Law Group
March 1, 2023

DUI and criminal cases in Bremerton have unique challenges. It is important to hire the best DUI and criminal defense attorney you can who is familiar with the local challenges with this court. If you do not have a an experienced local lawyer, you might be increasing your odds of a bad resolution in your case as well as picking up warrants after you resolve your case.

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

DUI & Criminal Charges in Bremerton — What You Need To Know

If you are facing a DUI charge in Bremerton, you are being charged by the Bremerton City Prosecutor. This is because the City of Bremerton has its own Prosecutor and does not outsource criminal charging and prosecution to the Kitsap…

Witt Law Group
February 27, 2023

If you were arrested for a DUI, Assault, or other criminal charge in Silverdale, you need to understand how your case will proceed. Even though you were arrested in Silverdale, for any misdemeanor case like DUI, you will have a court date set for Kitsap District Court in Port Orchard. If you were charged with DUI, you must appear in person at your Arraignment but you should talk with your attorney about appearing via zoom for any additional hearings.

Criminal Defense, DUI, General, Personal Injury

DUI & Criminal Charges in Silverdale — How To Prepare

If you were arrested in Silverdale for DUI or any other criminal charge, you were likely arrested by either a Kitsap County Sheriff’s Deputy (KCSO) or a Washington State Patrol Trooper. It is possible that a Bremerton Police Officer (BPD)…

Jennifer Witt
February 27, 2023

The cost of DUI lawyer for a first time DUI should be approximately $4000 in Kitsap County. If it is a more serious misdemeanor like Assault 4 Domestic Violence or a second DUI, it could be closer to $5000 or $6000. If you are quoted $6500 or more for a first time DUI, keep calling around. That is just paying for a large firm's overhead. You can definitely find a lawyer who practices only DUI or criminal defense with 20 years experience for closer to $4000. The best attorneys do not put ads on the radio like DUI AWAY or BEAT DUI because the best DUI defense lawyers don't really advertise. Their cases come from referrals. So do not overpay. You will need that extra money for fines and possible a chemical dependency or drug & alcohol evaluation.

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

How Much Does A DUI Attorney Cost?

In Kitsap County, 95% of the best experienced local criminal defense attorneys will typically charge not more than $4000 for most first time misdemeanor offenses, including DUI. The best DUI and criminal defense attorneys get most of their cases through…

Witt Law Group
February 26, 2023

There are significant differences between sealing a criminal record, expunging non-conviction data, and vacating a criminal conviction. They are governed by different rules. Sealing a court record is at the discretion of a judge. Expunging non conviction history is at the discretion of the Washington State Patrol. Some criminal charges, like a DUI, cannot be vacated. It is important to talk to an experienced attorney who handles these types of issues if you need assistance. Many people want to make sure they can pass a criminal background check but don't realize it can take many steps as well as years of waiting to accomplish this task. It is not something most non-lawyers understand how to do.

Criminal Defense, DUI, General

Can Criminal History and Convictions From Kitsap County or Thurston County Be Expunged Or Vacated?

The rules that apply to requests for expungement of non-conviction history or vacating conviction data in Kitsap County or Thurston County are the same rules that apply throughout the state of Washington. Can my criminal history “disappear” or be hidden?…

Jennifer Witt
February 24, 2023

DUI and Criminal Charges on Bainbridge Island have unique challenges and protocols. If you are unsure whether you are supposed to appear in Bainbridge Island Municipal Court or Kitsap County District Court for your DUI or to respond to a Summons, you should contact a local criminal defense attorney at Witt Law Group.

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

DUI & Criminal Cases Charged, Dismissed & Warrants— Bainbridge Island Municipal Court

If you have been charged with a crime by the Bainbridge Island Prosecutor, you should be scheduled to appear in the Bainbridge Island Municipal Court. If you need to quash a warrant originating from a Bainbridge criminal charge, be sure…

Witt Law Group
February 22, 2023

If you want the best DUI or criminal defense attorney in Kitsap County, you need to hire an attorney who has an office and works in Kitsap County. When it comes to DUI or criminal defense, local lawyers know the unique opportunities that are available in our local courts and offered by our Kitsap prosecutors. If you want the best result and know whether your case can be dismissed, call Witt Law Group in Kitsap County.

Assault, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General, Personal Injury

How Do You Know If Your Lawyer Has The Best Experience And Is Local?

Are you researching how to find the best or most experienced criminal defense lawyer in Kitsap County for your DUI, Hit & Run, Assault, Domestic Violence case or some other misdemeanor offense? It really is hard because so much is…

Witt Law Group
February 13, 2023

When clients are under a lot of stress they can take it out on their attorneys. If you hired the best and most experienced DUI or criminal defense attorney, he is great at legal work but not great at managing intentional conflict with the client. Make sure you seek mental health help while facing a criminal charge because you need to be your best and most productive to get your case resolved.

Criminal Defense, DUI, General, Personal Injury

Stress Can Turn To Self-Sabotage

It is normal to be concerned when you are charged with a crime. There are many consequences that can impact your employment, housing, driving privileges, and much more. Unfortunately, this kind of intense stress can make people oddly unproductive and…

Witt Law Group
February 10, 2023

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