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Car theft is a major problem in Washington state. The loss of a vehicle can lead to significant hardship and stress for car owners. In these situations, you may want to take any means necessary to protect your vehicle from theft—but using a gun could lead to serious legal trouble. Generally, it is not…

After an arrest in Washington, several processes will occur. Once a person is booked, the first courtroom-based proceeding that he or she will attend is arraignment. During this hearing, the judge will read the charges against the defendant and ask him or her to enter a plea. The arraignment process can be confusing, especially…

We never know when we could become victims of a violent crime. If you feel like you are in imminent danger and own a firearm, you may want to shoot the perpetrator to protect yourself and your family. However, there are some situations where shooting someone in self-defense could lead to serious consequences. In…

Across the United States, driving while drunk or high is extremely illegal. These substances make it difficult to operate a vehicle safely, impacting concentration, judgment, motor skills, and more. As a result, the state has strict laws that are designed to prevent and punish driving under the influence (DUI). In many states, police officers…

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious crime in Washington. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the case, a person charged with DUI could face either felony or misdemeanor charges. If you are convicted of a felony DUI in Washington state, the court may take away your right to purchase and carry a firearm….

When a police officer suspects that a driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, he or she may pull the motorist over and conduct a field sobriety test. If the officer has reason to believe the driver is intoxicated, he or she may place the motorist under arrest. If you are pulled…