State v. Marino: Washington Supreme Court Clarifies Due Process in Pretrial Diversion Cases
Pretrial diversion programs allow some criminal defendants to avoid prosecution by successfully completing treatment, counseling, or other court-approved conditions. These agreements offer an opportunity for...
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...
Washington GR 37 Jury Selection Rule Clarified in State v. Hogan
The Washington Supreme Court recently issued an important decision interpreting the Washington GR 37 Rule, which governs race discrimination in jury selection. In State v. Hogan, No....
IRLJ 4.1 Traffic Infractions: When Washington Courts Notify the Department of Licensing
IRLJ 4.1 Traffic Infractions Rule Explained If you receive a traffic ticket in Washington, the court's decision may affect more than just the amount you...
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 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...