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When law enforcement officers suspect that you have committed a crime, a judge will issue a criminal warrant for your arrest. This court order authorizes the police to arrest and detain you for the crime in question. It may also allow law enforcement to perform certain acts related to the case, such as searching…

Protection orders are court-issued orders that prevent one person from doing certain things to protect another. When someone is in fear for his or her life or safety, he or she may request a civil protection order. If a prosecutor wants to prevent the defendant from contacting a victim in a criminal case, he…

As we live in an increasingly interconnected world, it is easier to be accused of stalking now than ever before. Washington has some of the strictest stalking laws in the United States, levying fines and jail time against people who are convicted of this crime.  If you are convicted of stalking, you can face…

Alcohol and drugs impair many of the functions that are necessary to drive safely. As a result, many states—including Washington—have very strict laws regarding driving under the influence (DUI).  Drivers who get behind the wheel while drunk or high could face serious penalties, including fines, jail time, and administrative penalties. These DUI penalties can…

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…