King County pay bail: how to post bail and bond in Seattle and Kent
When someone is booked into a King County adult jail, families often need a clear, reliable checklist for getting them released. King County pay bail procedures are...
Washington RPC 3.3: Candor Toward the Tribunal in Washington Courts
When you hire a lawyer, you expect strong advocacy. But Washington’s ethics rules make clear that advocacy has limits—especially when dealing with judges and the...
Washington RPC 3.2: Expediting Litigation Without Sacrificing Your Case
Washington court cases already take time. Washington RPC 3.2 exists to prevent lawyers from making that problem worse. The rule is short but powerful: a lawyer must...
State v. Yellowcalf and Single-Photo Identifications in Washington
Introduction In State v. Yellowcalf (2025), the Washington Court of Appeals clarified how courts must analyze single-photo identification Washington cases under constitutional due process standards. While courts recognize that...
Washington RPC 3.1: Avoiding Frivolous Claims in Washington Courts
Washington lawyers have a duty to advocate zealously—but not at any cost. Washington RPC 3.1 (Meritorious Claims and Contentions) sets a core ethical boundary: an attorney must...
Roslyn DUI Injury Claim: What Victims Can Do After an I-90 Rollover
A rollover crash on Interstate 90 east of Roslyn has led to charges of DUI and vehicular assault against an Auburn man, with court records...
Understanding RCW 18.185.240: The Uniform Regulation Act for Bail Bond Agents in Washington
The Uniform regulation act under RCW 18.185.240 plays a fundamental role in how bail bond agents are regulated in Washington State. While this statute is often short and easy...
Understanding RCW 2.42.160: Privileged Communication for Court Interpreters
What Is RCW 2.42.160? RCW 2.42.160 is a Washington statute within Chapter 2.42 – Interpreters in legal proceedings. This section focuses on privileged communication — that is, communications protected by law from...
Understanding IRLJ 3.5: Decisions on Written Statements in Traffic Cases
In Washington, traffic infraction cases don't always require an in-person court appearance. Thanks to IRLJ 3.5, defendants have the option to contest or mitigate their infractions...
Understanding IRLJ 3.4: Hearing on Mitigating Circumstances
If you've received a traffic infraction in Washington but admit to the violation and want to explain your situation, a mitigation hearing under IRLJ 3.4 may offer some relief....