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Since its inception, the Washington Innocence Project has been instrumental in overturning numerous wrongful convictions. In recent years, they've helped free 20 innocent people who, together, spent more than 100 years locked away for crimes they didn't commit. But even with these victories, the organization still gets over 500 pleas for help every year—a heartbreaking reminder that wrongful convictions are still far too common in our state. read more

In Washington State, shoplifting is one of the most common juvenile offenses, but it's far from harmless. While it may seem minor, taking items without paying can lead to serious legal and personal consequences. For teens, shoplifting isn't just about a quick mistake—it's an action that could follow them for years if not handled properly. read more

When you get behind the wheel in Washington, you're not just agreeing to follow traffic laws—you're also agreeing to something called "implied consent." Whether you realize it or not, implied consent plays a major role in DUI enforcement. In essence, when you drive in Washington, you automatically agree to comply with sobriety testing when suspected of driving under the influence. read more

Have you recently been arrested and charged with assault? Assault is a serious criminal charge that can wreck your entire future. As such, it is natural to want those charges to go away as quickly as possible. But can your assault charges be dropped before you even get to court? read more

After a DUI arrest, you might wonder how this could affect your employment. This is especially important if your job involves crossing state lines. Does a DUI in Washington follow you if you work in Oregon, California, or another state? And what happens if you're moving to Seattle for a new job but have a DUI from your previous state? read more