Feb 10
Under current Washington state laws, a first DUI is a gross misdemeanor; the harshest penalty someone with no priors can expect is a year's suspension of their license, a fine of $5,000, and jail time of up to a year. read more
Jan 20
Though casinos are a common sight up and down I-5, Washington State's Gambling Commission has tight restrictions on where and how people can gamble. Included in those laws include a ban on fantasy sports that involve money—much to the chagrin of many 12s who are bombarded by ads promising big payouts every weekend, but aren't permitted to participate. read more
Jan 11
A great DUI lawyer can help make the process more painless and even get your charges dismissed, but it takes a truly original mind to come up with the defense that one attorney used in New York this month. According to the Associated Press, Joseph Marusak managed to get his client's DUI thrown out, in spite of the fact that her blood alcohol level was four times the legal limit. How? By diving into the annals of medical research and finding an incredibly rare condition wherein the human body literally creates alcohol. read more
Dec 16
We often talk about criminals who have "paid their debt to society"—that is, they've gone through the legal system in accordance with the law, served time or paid all of their fines, and are, theoretically, even with the justice system. read more
Dec 10
If you're stopped by police during the season's increased holiday safety patrols, it's in your best interest to be polite to the officer, be cooperative, and say as little as possible to avoid self-incrimination. These are basic, but they're good to remember should be situation arise. Another good tip? Don't snort cocaine during a traffic stop. read more
