Practice Area: Criminal Description: Our client was charged with Domestic Violence Assault in the 4th degree (DV Assault 4) in District Court. This client held a professional license and was in jeopardy of losing her job and marriage. This was a highly stressful situation for our client, with so much on the line. After investigation identified …
If you experience the often traumatizing and upsetting event of being charged with a DUI in Washington State, your focus will likely turn to concern about criminal penalties. You will find yourself thinking about jail time, fines, and other potential consequences. Most people do not realize that there are actually two parts to your DUI …
The Seattle Police Department and the University of Washington are working together to make the University District safer. This partnership, whose current efforts are part of a plan known as the ‘U Way Project’, is seeking to better the neighborhood for students, residents, and businesses alike. The Seattle Times describes the goals of the collaboration and the …
It was a sweet victory against the San Francisco 49ers, but the last couple weeks have been rough on the road for the Seattle Seahawks with two separate players making traffic headlines. Running back Fred Jackson crashed into a street sign, driving too fast near the team facility on Tuesday. There were initial news releases that …
Practice Area: Criminal Description: A domestic dispute between husband and wife reportedly escalated. During a physical altercation between the couple, the husband’s alleged actions led to charges of Assault 4, Theft 3, and Interference with Domestic Violence Reporting. After thorough investigation, victim interview, and negotiation with the prosecutor, we obtained a resolution for our client …
In the week following the tragic shooting in Roseburg, Oregon, there has been an outpouring of emotion across the nation, as well as many politicians and public figures speaking out about gun control. Umpqua Community College and the Roseburg community experienced heartbreak and tragedy last week when a 26-year old student open-fired on campus. The New …
Practice Area: Criminal Description: Our client was charged with Third Degree Theft (“Theft 3”) in Municipal court for allegations of shoplifting. This was a repeat offense for client and he faced potential jail time in addition to hefty fines. Thorough investigation yielded evidentiary issues with store surveillance and we were able to negotiate outright dismissal …
Drivers in King County should be aware that increased targeted traffic patrols are coming soon. The Seattle Times reports that Metropolitan King County Council approved funding for increased traffic enforcement last week. $100K in supplemental funding was approved to go toward King County deputy salaries, geared at emphasizing traffic patrols in certain areas throughout the county. This will allow …
