Washington RPC 1.18 Duties: Duties to Prospective Clients
Washington RPC 1.18 establishes the ethical duties and responsibilities lawyers owe to prospective clients, even if no formal client-lawyer relationship is formed. This rule is...
State v. Lile (2017): Is a Continuance a Discretionary Ruling?
Introduction In State v. Lile, the Washington Supreme Court addressed whether a judge’s decision to grant a continuance—even one agreed to by both parties—constitutes a discretionary ruling under RCW 4.12.050, thereby...
RCW 46.37.390 Muffler Law: Noise & Emission Rules in Washington
🚗 Introduction Under RCW 46.37.390, Washington law regulates muffler requirements, exhaust modifications, and vehicle smoke emissions. This statute ensures vehicles operate safely and minimize excessive noise...
State v. Rich: DUI Is Not Enough – Reckless Endangerment Requires More
Introduction State v. Rich, 184 Wn.2d 897, 365 P.3d 746 (2016), clarified that while a DUI conviction may involve dangerous behavior, it does not automatically support...
“Modest Pause” Requested for I‑90 Overpass Project Near Cle Elum
Introduction In the wake of the damage to the Interstate 90 (I‑90) overpass at Bullfrog Road overpass just west of Cle Elum in Kittitas County,...
Prelicense Training Requirements: RCW 18.185.260
Introduction Under Washington law, individuals seeking licensure as bail bond recovery agents must complete prescribed training and testing. RCW 18.185.260 sets out the prelicense training requirements, detailing minimum hours,...
Cle Elum Couple Injured in I-90 Head-On Collision Near North Bend
A Cle Elum couple is recovering after a devastating head-on collision on Interstate 90 near North Bend, highlighting the dangers of highway driving and the...
DUI South Cle Elum Washington: What to Do If You’re Pulled Over
If you're pulled over for DUI in South Cle Elum, Washington, what happens next can have a long-lasting impact. Whether you're a resident or just...
Annual Training & Recertification: WAC 308‑19‑330 Explained
Introduction WAC 308‑19‑330 mandates annual continued education requirements and recertification protocols for licensed bail bond recovery agents in Washington State. The rule ensures ongoing competence and accountability in the...
Understanding WAC 308‑19‑400: Brief Adjudicative Proceedings
Introduction Under Washington’s administrative regulatory code, WAC 308‑19‑400 governs brief adjudicative proceedings for matters related to bail-bond licensing and regulatory enforcement by the Department of Licensing under Chapter 18.185 RCW....