Recent News - Criminal Defense

Lewis & Laws, PLLC is backed by more than four decades of combined experience, a quality that you cannot find at all defense law firms.

Get a FREE case review now.

We are available 24/7 to take your call. (206) 209-0608

Go to Page:

Feb 25

It can be problematic for those who have engaged in illegal activities to use the money garnered from these activities because they cannot explain where the money came from without it being tied to a crime. When the proceeds of a crime are disguised and integrated into a legitimate financial system, it is known as money laundering. read more

Jan 22

Yes. Most people assume they could not be charged with the serious crime of assault when no physical injury occurred when in fact, in the state of Washington, an individual can be charged with assault when any unwanted or offensive physical contact occurs. read more

Nov 22

Being charged with a criminal offense can be a very frightening, stressful occurrence, and when we are stressed or frightened we tend to make mistakes. Unfortunately, when talking about being charged with a crime, these mistakes can cause severe repercussions. read more

Nov 12

Most of us are aware of the importance of hiring an attorney once charged with a criminal offense, but it can be surprising to some to know that hiring an attorney even before criminal charges are filed might be just as important. read more

Oct 26

According to research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, hit and run accidents were responsible for 2,049 fatalities in 2016, up from 1,819 in 2015. Learn more about what you should do after an accident and what the consequences are for fleeing the scene of one. read more

GET ANSWERS
Get answers

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...

Why do I need a lawyer?

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...

November 24, 2025

The Blake Effect: Protecting Your Gun Rights After a Felony Drug...

In 2021, the Washington Supreme Court struck down the state's drug possession law in the landmark State v. Blake decision.

November 11, 2025

Why Seattle is 184% Above the National Average in Property Crimes

Seattle's property crime rate is 184% above the national average according to 2024 analyses of FBI crime data.