Is a turn signal always required when you turn or change lanes?
The issue in State v. Brown the Washington Supreme Court was asked to answer was a turn signal always required when you turn or change lanes...
Failure to Appear Evidence – Bail Jump & Flight in Criminal Law
Is Failing to Appear (Bail Jump) Evidence of Guilt? State of Washington Samuel David Obert Slater, 98795, May 20, 2021 Mr. Slater was accused of...
Voting Rights Restoration
Voting is an important part of living in our country. It gives people the ability to change how the government runs. For years, people convicted of...
Cash Only Bail: Does Bail Have to Be Bondable?
In City of Yakima v. Mollett, 115 Wn. App. 604, 63 P.3d 177 (2003), the Washington Court of Appeals considered whether CrRLJ 3.2 permits a trial court to...
Appearance Bond vs Performance Bond | Washington Law
Appearance bond vs performance bond is a common point of confusion for people facing criminal charges in Washington. Although both involve release from custody, they serve...
How to Get Discovery DUI | Washington Criminal Defense
Often times and for many different reasons Defendant’s want a copy of their discovery. However, in Washington this may be a challenging situation. You have a right...
Washington Bail Jumping: Can You Be Charged If You Were Never on Bail?
RCW 9A.76.170 is the Bail Jump Statute. This statute causes more confusion than probably any other crime. We previously had a blog about bail jump. https://blanfordlaw.com/19-frequently-asked-questions-about-bail-jump-rcw-9a-76-170/....
The Ellensburg Municipal Court, and Lower Kittitas County District Courts
Ellensburg Municipal Court and Lower Kittitas County District Courts are a little unusual. Both are separate courts but are in the same building. They have...
Marysville Drug Possession Law After Blake Decision
As we have previously discussed, the Supreme Court of Washington declared the possession statute unconstitutional as it lacks a mens rea requirement https://www.courts.wa.gov/opinions/pdf/968730.pdf. The simple...
When “Those Are Not My Pants!” Became a Legal Reality
What Was RCW 69.50.4013? RCW 69.50.4013 was the Washington statute making simple possession of a controlled substance illegal, punishable as a gross misdemeanor or felony depending on prior convictions....