Washington law recognizes two degrees of the crime of extortion. These are first degree extortion and second-degree extortion. You commit second degree extortion if you obtain someone else’s property or services and do so by a certain type of threat (for example, a threat to accuse another person of committing an offense). Extortion in the [...]
Washington criminal law sets forth two degrees of extortion. You are guilty of extortion in the first degree if you obtain someone else’s property or services and do so by a certain type of threat. Extortion in the first degree is a serious felony that is punishable by up to a decade in state prison. [...]
Harassment is often charged as a gross misdemeanor in the State of Washington. However, there are instances when a prosecutor may charge the crime as a felony. An example is when you harass a person and have a prior conviction for harassing the same “victim” or a member of the “victim’s” family. Please contact a [...]
You commit a crime in Washington if you assault a firefighter while the person is performing his or her official duties. The crime is most often charged as a felony and a conviction can lead to five years in state prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or a loved one [...]
Under Washington law, vehicular homicide while intoxicated is the crime where you kill someone while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The offense is charged as a serious felony and a conviction can lead to a life behind bars. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you are facing any type [...]
Washington law says that it is crime if you assault a nurse, doctor, or healthcare provider. The offense is a serious felony that can land you up to five years in state prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you were charged with a felony or misdemeanor offense. What is Assault on [...]
It is a crime in Washington if you commit an assault on a school bus driver. The offense is charged as a felony punishable by up to five years in state prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or a loved one is facing any type of assault charge. What is [...]
Federal criminal law says that you are guilty of an offense if you enlist to serve in an armed force against the U.S. A conviction of this crime can result in serious penalties, including years in federal prison and fines of over $200,000. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or a [...]
Washington’s criminal laws say you are guilty of intimidating a public servant if you threaten a public servant with the attempt to influence that person’s official action. The crime is a felony offense that can result in a prison term of up to 10 years. Please contact a Seattle area criminal defense attorney now if [...]
You are guilty of treason under Washington law if you levy a war against the people of the U.S. or aid an enemy of the U.S. This crime a very serious offense that is punishable by death. A skilled criminal defense attorney is a necessity to defend against any charge related to treason. How Does [...]
