Relentless Defense Against Any Criminal Charges You Face
Self-defense is a common but necessary act to protect ourselves and others against acts of violence. Whether you were defending yourself against an intruder in your home or you are trying to protect someone with a mental illness from harming themselves, this intervention is important. However, if your use of self-defense leads to injury…
Money laundering is a serious crime where criminals use certain tactics to shield money obtained from illegal sources, instead passing it off as legitimate income. Terrorist activity, drug crimes, and organized crime are all situations where money laundering may occur. If you are facing charges for this crime, you can put yourself at risk…
Theft, burglary, and robbery are three terms that we often use interchangeably, but under Washington state law, they are three distinct types of crimes. In simple terms, theft involves taking someone’s property without his or her permission, while burglary and robbery often involve serious, violent actions, such as breaking and entering and using a…
Sexual assault is a severe crime that the state of Washington takes very seriously. Victims of sexual violence often seek assistance at hospitals or medical centers following the assault, and receive an examination known as a rape kit. Rape kits collect certain pieces of evidence from victims’ bodies, including potential DNA evidence, so that…
Laws in Washington state protect landowners from unwanted visitors by imposing criminal penalties for trespassing. If you are on someone else’s land without permission, law enforcement officers can easily arrest you and charge you with this crime — and depending on the circumstances, you may receive higher penalties if your trespassing was criminal. There…
If you are facing criminal charges in Washington state, you will undergo a multi-step process from arrest to the trial and jury verdict. One of these steps is the arraignment, where the court formally informs you of your charges and takes your plea. Many events can occur at the arraignment, including negotiations for reduced…
