Persons accused of a crime can always challenge the accusation by raising a legal defense. A legal defense basically says a defendant is not guilty because of some reason. The main ways to defend charges are to seek suppression of evidence, to show that the prosecution cannot establish an element of the charge, or to [...]
All drug charges in the State of Washington, including drug trafficking, must be taken seriously. The penalties for drug crimes are devastating. They can take away a person’s freedoms for years, while also causing substantial financial harm. The Seattle drug crime lawyers at Black Law have over 20 years of combined experience representing persons on [...]
Charges of child molestation in Washington State can disrupt a person's life forever. They can break apart a family, result in the loss of a person's job, and may even require moving to a different geographical location. These charges must be taken seriously and handled by a knowledgeable defense attorney. The Seattle criminal lawyers at [...]
Black & Askerov is a Seattle criminal defense firm. Our attorneys have over 30 years of combined experience in advocating for the rights of clients on criminal defense matters – this includes cases involving the rape of a child. The latter crime is an extremely serious offense with life-altering consequences. If you or a loved [...]
Rape and indecent liberties are two very severe sex crimes in Washington. The following examines the laws and penalties for each. If you or a loved one has been accused of either rape or indecent liberties, it's critical that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney now. The penalties for these crimes are drastic and [...]
Assault with sexual motivation is a serious crime under Washington law. The crime essentially includes two components: (1) an assault; and, (2) a sexual motivation enhancement. This enhancement can drastically increase the penalty for the underlying assault. Thus, it's critical to contact an experienced Seattle or Washington criminal defense attorney now if you're facing this [...]
There are three different types of burglary under Washington law. These include Burglary in the First Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, and Residential Burglary. All of these are felony crimes, and if an accused is convicted of any of them, the potential consequences are very serious and include extensive jail time and significant financial [...]
Robbery is a violent crime under Washington law. The crime is severe and can lead to haunting penalties and dire consequences. If you or a loved one is facing a robbery charge, it’s imperative that you consult an experienced Seattle robbery lawyer now for help. Know that the robbery attorneys at Black law have over [...]
If you’re in Seattle or Washington State, and facing assault charges, you need a criminal defense attorney for help. Assault is a very serious criminal charge. A conviction for this crime could have a profound impact on your freedom, livelihood, and family. The attorneys at Black & Askerov have over 30 years of combined experience [...]
Our criminal defense lawyers work hard to fight forfeiture cases. These cases include: Washington Civil Forfeiture Cases; Federal Civil Forfeiture Cases; and, Federal Criminal Forfeiture Cases. The laws within each type of case differ so it’s important to take a look at each one in detail. Please also note that if you’re facing a forfeiture [...]
