When someone is accused of drug conspiracy in Washington, one of the first questions they often ask is: What does it actually mean to “agree” to commit a drug-related crime? Many people are surprised to learn that a conspiracy charge does not require drugs to be found, a completed drug transaction, or even a well-developed [...]
Federal criminal law specifically prohibits picketing or parading in or near a U.S. courthouse, or a judge's or court officer's residence, with the intent of interfering with the administration of justice or influencing a court participant. A violation if this law, generally referred to as “picketing or parading,” is punishable by up to one year [...]
When someone is charged with a drug crime in Washington, one of the most important (and sometimes confusing) elements is “possession.” Understanding the proper definition of possession can make a big difference in how your case is defended. Please contact a skilled Seattle criminal defense attorney now if you were charged with a drug offense. [...]
If you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) in Washington, the rules of the road are stricter for you - even when you’re not behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle. Many commercial drivers are surprised to learn that a DUI in their personal vehicle can still have serious consequences for their CDL status and [...]
When most people hear the word assault, they imagine someone intentionally trying to injure another person. But under Washington law, assault doesn’t always require an intent to cause physical harm. You may still face criminal charges even if you didn’t mean to hurt the alleged victim. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if [...]
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 [...]
In the digital age, it’s easier than ever to stumble upon disturbing or illegal content online - sometimes without meaning to. But what happens if you accidentally view child pornography in Washington State? Could you still be charged with a crime? The answer depends on your intent, your actions after realizing what you saw, and [...]
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 [...]
If you are facing a DUI charge in Washington, one of the first questions you may have is: “Will I be put on probation?” The quick answer is typically “yes,” as probation is a standard part of DUI sentencing in our state. But what probation looks like, how long it lasts, and what conditions you’ll [...]
Being contacted by law enforcement before formal criminal charges are filed can be confusing and intimidating. This stage of the criminal law process is often called a pre-charge investigation (or sometimes a “pre-filing investigation”). It is one of the most critical phases in the criminal justice process, and what you do, or don’t do, during [...]
