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Sep 12

Facing criminal charges in Seattle is stressful, no matter the circumstances. But if you believe your rights were violated during the investigation—especially through an illegal search and seizure—the frustration can feel overwhelming. read more

Aug 28

If you've been arrested on a theft charge in Seattle, you may already know what is at stake. However, we know that the legal system can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to understand the specifics of your charge. No matter what type of theft charge you're facing, it is important to know what you're accused of and what the long-term consequences might be if you're convicted. read more

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

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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...

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...

October 25, 2024

Can You Get Assault Charges Dropped Before Court?

Have you recently been arrested and charged with assault? Assault is a serious criminal charge that can wreck your entire future. As such, it is natural to want those charges to go away as...

October 14, 2024

Can a DUI Arrest Affect My Job if I Work in a Different State?

After a DUI arrest, you might wonder how this could affect your employment. This is especially important if your job involves crossing state lines. Does a DUI in Washington follow you if...