Miranda warnings were established by the U.S. Supreme Court in Miranda v. Arizona (1966) and are designed to inform individuals of their constitutional rights before they are interrogated while in police custody. The goal of Miranda warnings is to protect…
Posting bail allows a defendant to be released from custody while awaiting court proceedings. In most cases, posting bail prior to Arraignment can put the defendant in a better position from the outset of the case. However, where the person…
Pretrial and Omnibus hearings are both procedural steps in the criminal justice system, but they serve different purposes and occur at different stages in the process. Generally speaking, you will only hear the term Omnibus in Superior Court for a…
Port Orchard Municipal Court and Kitsap County District Court differ primarily in jurisdiction but they hear similar types of cases and process criminal charges in a similar way. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences between these two courts: Jurisdiction Port Orchard Municipal Court…
Where Will I Be Held? If you are arrested within the City of Olympia, you will be transported outside of the city for jail. Olympia no longer has its own corrections facility. If you are arrested for a misdemeanor, you…
When a person is charged with a crime, there are several aspects to the case that a criminal defense attorney must evaluate critically. Two important factors include whether (1) the proper procedures were followed from investigation and prior to arrest…
Legal Knowledge and Expertise Experienced criminal defense attorneys have in-depth knowledge of criminal law, criminal procedure, rules of evidence, courtroom procedures, and criminal defense strategies. They understand the nuances of the law and know how to navigate the complexities of…
Following a recent meeting of the judicial bench, Judge Nogueira was kind enough to send a list of jail alternative services that Olympia Probation Services is offering to those resolving an Olympia Municipal case as well as other jurisdictions in…
Preparation DUI Overview DUI Thurston County Assault – Domestic Violence Overview Court Etiquette During the Hearing Logistical Considerations Legal Procedures Post-Hearing If you are facing a criminal charge in Thurston, Kitsap, Clark Counties or any city in those areas, please…
The New Courthouse The City of Bainbridge Island recently invested in a beautiful new courthouse. Since it is so new, we thought we better share some information about its location and what to expect inside. Don’t panic if you go…
