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Sep 18

The suspect of a violent carjacking incident hit a newspaper deliveryman over the head with a champagne bottle then took the victim's keys and began driving off in the victim's vehicle. Although the state of Washington does not specifically address the crime of carjacking, this behavior is prosecuted as Robbery which is punishable by up to life in prison and fines as large as $50,000. read more

Sep 06

Seattle murder suspect, Hobert Clark, pled "not guilty" in court to two counts of Murder in the 2nd Degree, Assault, and Illegally Possessing a Firearm. Clark's girlfriend, Christina Kitchens, is wanted for rendering criminal assistance to Clark. The charge of Rendering Criminal Assistance could be punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine as large as $20,000. read more

Aug 21

Although recreational marijuana is legal in the state of Washington, the only parties who can legally grow the drug are those with appropriate licenses and certified medical users. Recreational marijuana users are not allowed to grow their own. If they do—and are caught—they could face drug crime charges. read more

Aug 06

Earlier this month, a man allegedly stabbed three men in downtown Seattle in what police called an "unprovoked, random attack." Stabbing a person in the state of Washington is charged as Assault with a Deadly Weapon and can be punishable by up to life in prison with fines as large as $50,000. read more

Jul 23

Two weeks ago a man charged with his 17th DUI was in a King County courtroom for a hearing, receiving a $1 million bail, forcing him to remain in the King County Jail. Because he had at least four prior offenses within the past ten years, the current DUI charges against the man are felony charges. read more

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November 26, 2024

Understanding Shoplifting Laws for Minors: What Seattle Parents and Teens...

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...

November 13, 2024

What is Implied Consent and How Does it Work in Washington State?

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,...