The rear-view mirror fills up with red lights… Your heart starts beating fast as you begin to anticipate comes next… DON’T PANIC! Take a deep breath and use these steps for what to do if you are being pulled over for a traffic violation in Washington State: Pull over safely: As soon as you see a police …
Fourth of July festivities are filled with BBQs, fireworks, family, and friends. As a prime summer holiday, July 4th is one of the biggest drinking days of the year, with alcohol a common part of the festivities. As everyone is out celebrating this weekend, we encourage you to drink responsibly and choose a designated driver. A …
The Seattle Times reported three unrelated hate crimes over the weekend, targeting gay men and a transgender victim. On the same day thousands of people were celebrating the Pride parade in downtown Seattle and celebrating Friday’s Supreme Court victory in marriage equality, victims were being targeted, harassed, and attacked for their sexual orientation and gender identity. There is …
We have all seen these signs! However, we may not have all stopped to consider the law and potential consequences involved of ignoring them. In Washington State, criminal trespassing is classified into two degrees. Criminal Trespass in the first degree is a gross misdemeanor and Criminal Trespass in the second degree is a misdemeanor. Under RCW …
It is a weekend to celebrate! Seattle’s LGBT Pride events seek to create unity, celebrate culture, and honor diversity. With big celebrations, there is often an abundance of alcohol. We wish you a joyous weekend but urge you to take precautions to keep yourself and those around you safe. Remember that a DUI is more than just a party …
Identify theft is a criminal offense. It is a serious crime that can wreak havoc with your finances, your credit, and even your reputation. It can take time, money, and patience to resolve, but it is essential to act quickly to limit the damage and set things straight. This article will explain Washington State identity …
Seafair festivities kick off in Seattle next week. Hundreds of thousands of people will come together to participate in this summer-long festival of events and Seattle tradition. For many, alcohol is a big part of the celebration. Local police will increase their presence be on the lookout for drunk drivers, minors in possession, and violators of …
Vehicular Assault: Vehicular Assault, including hit and run, is a serious crime and comes with potentially severe penalties. Under Washington State Law, Vehicular Assault in Washington State is classified as a class B felony and can result in a $20,000 fine and a prison sentence up to ten years. Under RCW 46.61.522, a person is guilty …
“Buyer Beware” is an initiative that launched in King County in October 2014. This recent Seattle Times article details early success, with the overall goal of reducing local demand for prostitution. According to the article, data historically shows that women involved in prostitution have been arrested at a rate 10 times higher than the men who pain …
Negligent Driving in the First Degree (Negligent Driving 1 aka “Neg 1”): In Washington State, Negligent Driving 1 is a criminal traffic offense. This offense is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000.00 fine. “A person is guilty of negligent driving in the first degree if he or she operates …
Assaults vary greatly in terms of situation and seriousness. Being charged with assault can be confusing, upsetting, and life-changing. Whether it is self-defense, defense of another person, a lapse in judgment, or something else that led to the assault charge, you will need strong legal representation to navigate your charges, defend your rights, and fight …
With Graduation festivities forthcoming, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the underage drinking Laws in Washington State. MINOR DUI What is a Minor DUI? Washington State has a zero-tolerance law for minors driving under the influence. Under the Washington State statute RCW 46.61.503, if you are under the age of 21 and either …
