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Apr 26

According to The Seattle Times, a 21-year-old Edmonds man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for setting fire to two police cars during last summer's protests in downtown Seattle read more

Apr 12

The Seattle Times reported that Anti-Asian hate crimes rose an alarming 33 percent between 2019 and 2020 in the city of Seattle, rising 149 percent during the same timeframe in the country's largest cities. read more

Mar 24

On February 25, 2021, a Washington State Supreme Court struck down Washington's felony drug possession law. This new ruling leaves the state without a drug possession law for the time being. As a result, many police departments, including those in Seattle and Bellevue, ordered their officers to stop making arrests for simple drug possession. read more

Feb 10

If you find yourself facing a criminal charge in Washington, you may hear the words "plea bargain" being used when discussing your case. It is essential to understand what a plea bargain is and how it may affect your future. read more

Jan 25

If you live in the Seattle area, you may wonder how to find a criminal defense attorney near you. After all, you do not want to have to drive hours to seek legal representation after an arrest. However, the closest criminal defense lawyer may not be the best one for your case. How can you find the best criminal defense lawyer for you? What should you look for and where can you look? read more

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Should I plead guilty?

Once you plead guilty to a charge, you cannot change your plea afterwards, so it always advised that you talk with a criminal defense attorney at our firm before you do this. Pleading guilty means that you are admitting your conduct is punishable by the law and you know...

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A criminal charge means that you could face sanctions including jail times, fines, probation, potential loss of your driver's license and other penalties. A skilled criminal defense attorney can guide you through the court process and advocate your position in order...

March 28, 2024

Why a Criminal Defense Lawyer Should Be The First Call You Make in Jail

Finding yourself in jail can be a terrifying and overwhelming experience. The uncertainty, the fear, and the confusion can all leave you feeling helpless and alone. However, in this...

March 19, 2024

Are DUI Checkpoints in Seattle Legal?

DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are temporary roadblocks set up by law enforcement to identify and deter drivers who are operating vehicles under the influence of...