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 the vehicle’s appearance or remove its parts). Taking a vehicle in the first degree is a serious felony offense that is punishable by up to 10 years in state [...]
You are guilty of a crime in Washington if you intentionally take a vehicle without the permission of the owner. The offense is often referred to as “joyriding.” The crime is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) that can lead to a jail term of up to five years. If you or a [...]
Under Washington law, you are guilty of a crime if you possess a stolen vehicle. The offense is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) that is punishable by up to a decade in state prison. Please contact a criminal defense lawyer now if you are facing criminal charges. What is the Crime of [...]
You commit the Washington crime of theft of a motor vehicle if you steal a car or some other type of vehicle. People accused of this offense will face a felony charge (as opposed to a misdemeanor charge) punishable by up to 10 years in prison. If you or a loved one has been charged [...]
It is a serious crime under Washington law if a person steals, or commits a theft of, any firearm. This form of theft is a felony offense punishable by up to a decade in state prison. If you or a loved one is facing a Washington theft charge, it is critical to contact an experienced [...]
Possessing stolen property is a serious crime under Washington criminal law. The offense can lead to felony charges punishable by up to 10 years in state prison. If you or a loved one is facing charges of this crime, please contact a criminal defense attorney today for help. How Does Washington Law Define “Possessing Stolen [...]
Shoplifting is a crime in Washington whereby people steal or unlawfully take goods from a retail establishment. The offense typically leads to a misdemeanor charge punishable by up to one year in jail. If you or a loved one is facing a shoplifting charge, you should contact a criminal defense lawyer now for help. What [...]
Theft offenses are those that involve the stealing or possession of property that belongs to someone else. Some common examples include: shoplifting, burglary, possession of stolen property, and vehicle theft. These types of crimes can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. The decision about what charge is brought is largely based on [...]
Trafficking stolen property is generally an offense that happens after there has been a theft of property. The crime is serious and can result in a prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of $20,000. If you or a loved has been charged with this offense, it is critical that you contact a skilled [...]
As the name applies, “identity theft” is a type of Washington theft offense. The crime is a very serious felony that can lead to a significant number of years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. If you or a loved one has been charged with this offense, it is vital that you contact [...]
