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If you're lucky enough to have a friend with a boat, you may not want to push your luck when it comes to drinking and boating. Though it may seem harmless enough, boating under the influence (BUI) is actually a pretty serious crime—and one that Seattle and Washington state police take very seriously. read more

A court date or hearing can be a very scary thing. Many people think (or hope) that they can simply skip their court date and get another one. This could not be further from the truth—failure to appear is, in and of itself, a serious crime. read more

Heroin usage is on the rise nationally and Seattle is no exception. Though they're legal under certain circumstances, being caught with prescription drugs is every bit as serious as being caught with heroin, cocaine, and other controlled substances. read more

To paraphrase Jay Z, when you see the lights in your rearview mirror, you may think you have a few choices: Either pull over, or burn rubber. And while running for it may seem like a good idea at the time, it's rarely a good idea to add another charge—which is exactly what happens when you evade police. But if you're not quite sure what constitutes evasion—and just how much worse it might make your situation—keep reading to find out how serious it really is. read more

If you asked, just about any first-year law student or police academy newbie could quickly tell you which season is typically the most crime-heavy: Summer. How do we know about summer crime? It's simple—there's data. read more