Return Season: Can You Legally Gift Back a DUI?
The day after Christmas is famous for long return lines, receipts pulled from pockets, and that awkward conversation that starts with, “It’s great, but…” Sweaters get exchanged,...
Is December 26, 2025 a Court Holiday in Pierce County District Court?
🎄 The Day After Christmas: Are Pierce County Courts Open? As the holiday season winds down, many people wonder: Is December 26, 2025 a court holiday...
Danielson Washington Supreme Court Ruling on LFO Reimbursement
On December 11, 2025, the Supreme Court of Washington issued its opinion in State v. Danielson, Docket No. 103627‑2, a case involving constitutional challenges to how legal financial obligations (LFOs) are reimbursed after a...
Admissibility of Intercepted Communication Under RCW 9.73.050
In Washington State, the admissibility of intercepted communication in court is governed by RCW 9.73.050. This statute is part of the broader state wiretapping and surveillance chapter designed to...
Carrying on Vehicle Exterior – RCW 46.61.660 WA Law
In Washington, safety laws extend beyond seatbelts and speed limits. One lesser-known but important regulation is RCW 46.61.660, which prohibits carrying persons or animals on the outside...
Embracing Another While Driving in Washington – RCW 46.61.665 Explained
In Washington, holding or embracing another person while driving may not just be unsafe — it could also be illegal. RCW 46.61.665, a rarely discussed statute,...
Driving with Wheels Off Roadway in Washington – RCW 46.61.670
Most drivers don’t think twice about drifting slightly off the road — but in Washington, even a single wheel leaving the paved or gravel surface of a...
Understanding RCW 9.73.010: Divulging Telegram in Washington Law
In Washington State, privacy in communications has long been recognized as an essential legal and ethical standard. While modern technology dominates today's communication, certain laws...
What Happens Next? A Guide to the Pretrial Services Process in Pierce County
Reporting After Release Once you’re released from custody and your case is pending in Pierce County Superior Court, the first step is reporting. You must report in...
Home Detention Conditions under Washington Law: A Closer Look at RCW 9.94A.734
Introduction For many individuals facing criminal sentencing in Washington State, home detention may seem like a more humane alternative to jail or prison. But eligibility...