Second DUI Deferred Prosecution in Washington: When a Second Petition May Be Available
For years, many people described DUI deferred prosecution in Washington as a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity. That shorthand is now incomplete. Current Washington law provides a narrow...
Washington Entrapment Defense: Lessons From State v. Clark
A Washington entrapment defense can arise when law enforcement induces a person to commit a crime the person was not otherwise predisposed to commit. A recent Washington...
Washington Material Witness Warrants: What State v. Denman Shows
A Washington material witness warrant can authorize the arrest of an important witness who fails to appear in a criminal case, but Washington law places conditions on...
Who Pays Medical Bills After a Washington Car Accident?
If you were injured in a collision, you may start receiving medical bills before you have recovered—or before the insurance companies have even decided who...
How Long Will Someone Stay in Pierce County Jail?
How long someone remains in Pierce County Jail can range from a relatively short stay following an arrest to months while a criminal case is...
Washington Rollover Crash Near Snoqualmie Pass
A Washington rollover crash on Interstate 90 east of Snoqualmie Summit reportedly killed a 19-year-old Wapato woman and injured a juvenile passenger in the early morning hours...
How Long Will Someone Stay in Pierce County Jail?
How long someone remains in Pierce County Jail can range from a relatively short stay following an arrest to months while a criminal case is...
Seattle Motorcycle Hit-and-Run: What Families Should Know After a Fatal Queen Anne Crash
A Seattle motorcycle hit-and-run collision in Queen Anne has left a 30-year-old motorcyclist dead and raised important questions about the rights of surviving family members after a...
Pierce County First Appearance and Bail Explained
Being arrested is overwhelming, and for many people, the next question is, "What happens at my first appearance?" If you or a loved one has been arrested...
How Do I Get Someone Out of Pierce County Jail?
When a family member or friend is arrested, one of the first questions people ask is, "How do I get someone out of Pierce County Jail?" The...