Can Returning Stolen Property Reduce Criminal Charges in Washington?
Being accused of theft can be overwhelming and stressful. In many cases, people immediately wonder whether returning an item or paying it back can make [...]
Can Shoplifting Really Be Charged as a Federal Crime?
Most people think of shoplifting as a minor state-level offense handled in local courts. In many situations, that is true. In Washington, shoplifting cases are [...]
Is Stealing the Same as Burglary Under Washington Law?
If you’ve been charged with a property crime in Washington, you might hear terms like theft or burglary used interchangeably. But under Washington law, these are [...]
Joyriding vs. Theft of a Motor Vehicle Under Washington Law
In Washington State, stealing a car is not always charged the same way. Depending on the circumstances, a person may face charges for theft of [...]
What is the Difference Between First-, Second-, and Third-Degree Theft Under Washington Law?
In Washington State, theft is classified into three degrees based primarily on the value of the property stolen and the circumstances surrounding the theft. Each degree [...]
Failure to Return a Rental Car in Washington
Under Washington law, you can be prosecuted for a crime if you fail to properly return a rental car. While the specific penalties for the offense [...]
Carjacking Under Washington Law
Carjacking in Washington is the crime where someone takes another person’s motor vehicle by means of force or threatened force. The offense is a serious felony [...]
Motor Vehicle Theft Tool Charges in Washington
Washington law makes it a crime for you to make or possess motor vehicle theft tools, like slim jims or lock pullers. The crime can lead [...]
Organized Retail Theft in Washington
Washington’s organized retail theft law makes it a crime for you to steal property from an establishment and do so while working with another person. The [...]
Taking a Motor Vehicle in the 1st Degree in Washington
Under Washington law, it’s a crime if you take someone else's vehicle without that person’s consent and then do certain other things with it (like change [...]