When it comes to sex-related or child-targeted offenses, Washington law draws important distinctions between crimes that may sound similar. Consider, for example, the two crimes of “luring of a child” and “enticement of a minor.” Both involve attempts to attract or persuade a young person to go somewhere or engage in certain conduct, but they [...]
Federal law criminalizes peonage, or a system or arrangement where you are forced to work to pay off a debt. The offense is punishable by decades behind bars, and depending on the facts of your case, it could lead to a life in prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or [...]
Passports are essential documents for proving identity and citizenship, especially when traveling internationally. Because of their importance, the federal government takes any misuse of a passport very seriously. Under federal law, specifically 18 U.S.C. 1544, the misuse of a passport is a crime that can result in steep fines and lengthy prison sentences. Pleas contact [...]
Under Washington law, white collar crime covers a broad range of non-violent offenses that are typically motivated by financial gain. These cases are taken very seriously and can lead to significant fines, restitution, and lengthy prison terms. This is why it is so critical that you consult with a criminal defense attorney if you are [...]
Under Washington criminal law, terms like “drug distribution” and “drug trafficking” are sometimes used interchangeably. However, under state law, these charges have different legal definitions, elements, and penalties. Understanding the distinction can help you better understand the severity of your charge. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you have been charged with [...]
Federal law makes it a crime for you to send threatening communications (for example, sending a letter to someone where you threaten to injure that person’s property). Mailing threatening communications is a serious offense that is punishable by up to 20 years in federal prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you [...]
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 not the same thing. While both involve unlawfully taking or attempting to take something that is not yours, the legal definitions - and potential consequences - are quite different. Please [...]
U.S. federal law says that you commit a crime if you assault, resist, or impede a federal officer. Depending on the specific facts involved in the offense, the penalties can include a potential 20 year prison sentence. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or a loved one is being charged with [...]
There are three different degrees of rape under Washington law. Rape in the first degree is considered the most severe offense of all three, but note that second degree rape is a Class A felony that can result in a life sentence. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you are being charged [...]
Washington law has three different degrees of rape. The most serious is rape in the first degree, which is considered a Class A felony punishable by life in prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you have been charged with any type of sex crime. How Does Washington Law Define Rape in [...]
