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The high number of fatalities due to drunk drivers in the US is a significant concern for many. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the cause of 33% of traffic crash fatalities is due to drunk drivers. While the number is still relatively high, it has gradually declined in the last few…

Arrests and convictions of driving under the influence (DUI) in Washington can lead to long-term repercussions. You will have to face fines, suspensions, and jail time. Moreover, it can hamper your chances of working as a driver for Uber or Lyft. With a DUI on your record, you might find driving Lyft or Uber…

The United States Constitution affords Americans several important rights, from freedom of speech and religion to protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution states that people who are facing criminal charges are entitled to due process of law. Due process is incredibly important and affords defendants certain rights during…

Regardless of where inmates are housed or what types of crimes they may have committed, people who are incarcerated are entitled to basic protections under the United States Constitution. If you are incarcerated in Washington state, you have the right to safety, humane conditions, and medical care, among other protections. If a facility or…

A police officer pulls you over and examines your license and registration. Then, the officer asks if he or she could look around your vehicle. In these situations, you may wonder what to do next. Do you consent for the officer to search your vehicle? This is an unfortunately common scenario for many Washington…

According to the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, each and every person who is facing criminal charges has the right to legal counsel. This protection is so important that the state will provide a court-appointed attorney if the defendant is unable to afford one. If you are facing criminal charges, you need an…