I WAS ROBBED!! ROBBERY LAWS IN WASHINGTON STATE AND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ROBBERY, THEFT, AND BURGLARY

In Washington State, robbery charges are quite serious. All robbery charges are considered felonies. Stakes are high and penalties are severe. Definition of Robbery: Under the Revised Code of Washington statutes (RCW 9A.56.190), Robbery is defined as follows: A person commits robbery when he or she unlawfully takes personal property from the person of another …

CAR PROWLS ON THE RISE IN SEATTLE: UNDERSTAND THE LAW & HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Vehicle break-ins are on the rise in Seattle, according to recent reports, and Seattle police are dedicating a team of investigators to target this citywide crime spree. They are also expanding their telephone reporting unit and revamping electronic reporting options to improve service. Komo News reports that there have been 3,493 car prowl reports thus far in …

BURGLARY LAWS & PENALTIES IN WASHINGTON STATE

Burglary is a felony offense in Washington State, with very serious penalties and consequences. There are four separate burglary-related statutes in Washington. Violations of these statutes each carry separate, specific penalties. If you are charged with one of these offenses, it is essential that you contact a criminal defense attorney immediately. Given the seriousness of the charges, …