Washington CrR 1.2 Explained: The Purpose of Washington Criminal Procedure Rules
Every criminal case in Washington follows a structured set of procedural rules. While many of these rules address specific issues such as arraignment, discovery, or...
Washington CrR 1.1 Explained: Understanding the Scope of Washington Criminal Procedure Rules
When someone is charged with a crime in Washington, the criminal justice process follows a set of procedural rules designed to ensure fairness and consistency....
Washington Criminal Restitution Laws Explained
Understanding Washington Criminal Restitution Laws Under Washington criminal restitution laws, courts can require a defendant to compensate victims for financial losses caused by a crime. These...
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 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...
Washington Self Representation in Criminal Cases
A recent Washington Court of Appeals decision highlights the risks and constitutional protections involved when a criminal defendant chooses self-representation instead of appointed counsel. In State...
RCW 9.41.300 Weapons Prohibited in Washington
Understanding RCW 9.41.300 Weapons Prohibited Locations Washington generally recognizes the right to bear arms under both the United States Constitution and Article I, Section 24...
Washington Motion to Dismiss Case Under CrR 8.3(b)
A recent Washington Court of Appeals decision highlights how difficult it can be to obtain dismissal of criminal charges based on alleged governmental misconduct under...
RCW 9A.40.040: Unlawful Imprisonment Washington Law Explained
What Is Unlawful Imprisonment Washington Law? Under RCW 9A.40.040, unlawful imprisonment occurs when a person knowingly restrains another individual without legal authority. At its core, this...