DUI & Misdemeanors – City of Lacey
If you are facing a DUI or other criminal charge in the City of Lacey there are a few things to be aware of when it comes to your defense. Impartial & Fair Judge First, on a positive note, this…
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Can I Drive After A DUI Arrest
There are many moving pieces to be able to answer this question. In Washington, there are multiple ways to have your license suspended as a result of the DUI arrest or a conviction. To know whether you can drive or…
Port Orchard DUI – Defense Tips
Every municipal court has its own local rules and “culture” when it comes to criminal cases. And, depending on the elected officials, court staff, and the experience of the deputy prosecutor, it can have a big impact on the outcome…
KITSAP DUI – Court Date / Charging Delays
If you were recently investigated or arrested for a DUI or Physical Control charge in Kitsap County, you were likely released and told to “wait for something in the mail.” We have received calls from many people wondering whether they…
DUI IN WASHINGTON – JAIL
Violating the DUI laws in Washington State is not particularly hard to do. The reason is that the relevant Washington statute allows for the prosecutor to convict you regardless of whether you meet the per se .08 BAC standard. And, since…
ALERT: Delays In Drug & Alcohol Assessments And Ignition Interlock Installations Are Causing Problems
When we have sign up a new client, we provide a detailed list of proactive steps we want our client to do. There are several reasons for this but, mostly, it has a significant impact on the ability to positively…
Do I Have To Go To Court In Person?
This will depend on where you were criminally charged. Typically, if you are facing a felony charge, you must appear in person in nearly every county in the state. However, if you are facing a misdemeanor, it is much trickier…
Is It Bad To Refuse The Breathalyzer Test?
Yes. In the vast majority of DUI arrests, it is a bad idea to refuse the BAC. Washington is an implied consent state so, by driving on our roads, you agree to avail yourself to such tests when requested by…
DUI With An Accident
A DUI charge is stressful enough but when you add in an accident, there is potential for things to get a lot worse. You should not delay in getting very experienced advice. This is not the time to call your…
Gun Rights Restriction Due To DUI
A new 2023 law could make you guilty of the crime of unlawful possession of a firearm in the second degree if you have custody, control, or possession of a firearm after you have two DUIs on your record within 7 years.…