Right to Counsel Waiver Washington: State v. Thompson Explained
Right to Counsel Waiver Washington Law The concept of right to counsel waiver Washington law was central in State v. Thompson, a Washington Court of Appeals decision addressing...
RCW 9.41.040 DUI Firearm Prohibition in Washington
RCW 9.41.040 DUI Firearm Prohibition Explained Washington law places restrictions on firearm possession for certain individuals convicted of criminal offenses. One of the newest restrictions...
Washington DUI Firearm Rights: Supreme Court Upholds Gun Ban for Repeat DUI Offenders
Washington Supreme Court Addresses Washington DUI Firearm Rights The Washington Supreme Court recently issued a significant Second Amendment decision in McLellan v. Brown, No. 103799-6 (June...
Washington Summary Judgment in Family Law Tort Claims
A recent Washington Court of Appeals decision demonstrates how Washington courts analyze summary judgment motions in emotionally charged family law disputes involving tort claims, allegations...
Washington Constructive Possession of a Firearm
A recent Washington Court of Appeals decision explains how prosecutors may prove constructive possession of a firearm even when there is no direct evidence that...
IRLJ 3.6 Payment Plans: Washington Traffic Infraction Payment Options
Washington traffic tickets and court fines can create serious financial pressure for many drivers. Recognizing this reality, Washington courts provide procedures that allow individuals to...
Earned Release Time Washington: PRP Benson Case Explained
Earned Release Time Washington Law Explained The Washington Court of Appeals addressed earned release time Washington rules in In re Personal Restraint of Benson. This case clarifies how...
Washington Transfer Bonds: Extending or Exonerating Bail Bond Forfeitures
Understanding Washington Transfer Bonds When a defendant is released from custody on bail, a surety company assumes financial responsibility for ensuring the defendant appears in...
Washington Summary Judgment Case Reinstated on Appeal
Washington courts frequently decide whether a lawsuit should be dismissed before trial through summary judgment motions. A recent Washington Court of Appeals decision shows how...
Washington Failure to Yield Accident: Understanding Your Legal Rights
According to the Washington State Patrol, the collision occurred when a driver allegedly failed to stop at a stop sign before entering the intersection of...