Offender Score Washington: Same Criminal Conduct in State v. Wysgoll
Offender Score Washington: Same Criminal Conduct in State v. Wysgoll Washington courts use the offender score system to calculate criminal sentencing. In State v. Wysgoll, the Washington Court of...
State v. Amurri and Washington Reckless Driving Law
State v. Amurri and Washington Reckless Driving Law The Washington Court of Appeals ruling in State v. Amurri clarified how courts evaluate reckless driving charges when speeding...
Washington DUI Law BAC Limit: New .05 Bill Explained
Washington State lawmakers are considering a major change to Washington DUI law by proposing a bill that would lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from...
DUI Prescription Meds Washington: Legal Risks and Defenses
Overview: Driving under the influence (DUI) of prescription medications can have serious legal consequences in Washington State. While many people are aware of the risks...
Washington DUI Penalties: Risks, Laws & Prevention
In a recent analysis, Forbes highlighted the states with the highest incidence of DUI cases and related fatalities, underscoring the need for ongoing DUI prevention...
DUI Collision Cle Elum on I-90 Injures Two
CLE ELUM, WA – In the early morning of October 6th, a serious DUI collision occurred on Interstate 90, approximately 26 miles west of Cle...
DUI Emphasis Patrols: Washington Trooper Memorial Enforcement
Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Idaho State Police (ISP) recently announced a joint DUI emphasis patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd. This initiative...
Seattle v Mesiani DUI: Washington’s Ban on Sobriety Checkpoints
On May 12, 1988, the Washington State Supreme Court issued a groundbreaking decision in Seattle v. Mesiani, significantly impacting DUI checkpoint practices within the state....
Debunking 5 DUI Myths in Washington
Driving under the influence (DUI) laws can be complex and often misunderstood. In Washington State, misconceptions about what constitutes a DUI and how the legal...
What to Do When Pulled Over for a DUI in Washington
Being pulled over by law enforcement can be a stressful experience, especially if it's for a suspected DUI (Driving Under the Influence). Understanding the right...