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A person can not be convicted or prosecuted on their statement alone. The prosecutor has a burden to prove that a crime actually occurred. If you tell someone that you murdered a person but the state does not know who it was, how it happened, and has no body, you cannot be charged with murder. Corpus delicti simply refers to the state's minimum burden to establish a crime occurred before moving forward with a prosecution

Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

DUI and Corpus Delicti

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…

Witt Law Group
March 19, 2023

Most people want to know if they will be going to jail after being charged with a DUI or other misdemeanor. Staying out of jail is the goal for most people. For most DUI cases, it is possible to avoid jail time. The key to avoiding being taken into custody and sitting in jail is to hire an attorney prior to your arraignment or immediately afterward. The sooner you get a DUI criminal defense attorney, the better.

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

Will I Go To Jail At My Arraignment?

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…

Witt Law Group
March 12, 2023

If you have been charged with a DUI, Assault, Theft, Reckless, or Hit & Run Criminal Charge in Thurston County, you need to seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney for the best advice. There is a DOL hearing as well as criminal case pending and you can lose your license even while getting your criminal DUI case dismissed. Always call a DUI lawyer as soon as you have been arrested. Do not wait for your Arraignment. Call immediately.

Assault, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI

DUI & Criminal Charges in Thurston County — Things To Know

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…

Witt Law Group
March 9, 2023

Criminal charges like DUI, Assault, MIP and other crimes can impact a students ability to get into college, get scholarships, and get student loans. If you are being investigated for a crime or have been arrested, it is important that you get the best DUI or criminal defense attorney possible right away. For Kitsap or Thurston County cases, contact Witt Law Group immediately.

Criminal Defense, DUI, General

Legal Consequences For Teens Planning To Go To College

Being charged with a crime can be overwhelming. If you are young, the long-term consequences can be extra frightening. There are so many issues to tackle. Often, you have both the state attorney and the department of licensing trying to…

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

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

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

Bainbridge Island criminal charges are usually heard in Bainbridge Island Municipal Courthouse if they are misdemeanors. If the charge is DUI and the arrest was made by a State Trooper, the case might be charged in Kitsap District Court. If the charge is a felony, the case will be charged and heard in Kitsap County Superior Court.

Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drunk Driving, DUI, DWI, General

DUI & Criminal Charges On Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge is a beautiful area that is somewhat of a secret gem for those who work in Seattle and commute to their rural home in Kitsap County. Bainbridge feels remote and has a fairly small population of approximately 25,000 residents.…

Witt Law Group
February 7, 2023

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