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Understanding Police Stops in Washington State: Important Questions to Ask
Being stopped by the police can make anyone nervous and worried. But remember, even if the police think you might have done something wrong, they can't take away your rights. Your Right to Stay Quiet and Ask Questions One of your biggest rights is to not say too...

How to Choose the Right Defense Attorney for a DUI Charge in Spokane, WA
If you are accused of driving under the influence, getting the right representation is essential in ensuring you are well-defended against the serious consequences of a DUI charge. Although common, DUI charges in Washington state could lead to severe consequences such...

What Will a Defense Attorney Do In a DUI Case?
If you've been charged with a DUI offense in Washington, you need an experienced defense attorney to help review the charges and formulate the best strategy to defend yourself. DUI is a serious offense in Washington that attracts harsh penalties. A conviction could...

5 Crucial Things to Know About Washington State Marijuana Laws
If you're in Washington State and considering the use of marijuana, knowing the laws regulating its use and sale is crucial. Although marijuana use for medical and recreational purposes is allowed in the state, there are still tight regulations to follow, and...

Guide: Cost of a Washington State DUI
If you're facing DUI (driving under the influence) charges in Washington, its important to understand the costs you could face.Pleading guilty might seem like the easy way out. But this could impact your financial situation and life in a big way. Defendants could part...

Washington State Drug Laws: How Long Do Prosecutors Have To File Charges?
How Long Until Drug Charges are Filed in Washington State? If you have been arrested or booked for a drug offense, you have the right to be put in front of a judge between 24 and 72 hours of your arrest. You should be released within 72 hours if no charges have been filed. However, this does not stop a future arrest; once investigations are completed, you may receive a summon to appear in court.

Why You Need to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney, Even If You Think There’s No Hope
A person accused of a crime may not hire a lawyer because of a misperception: I'm guilty. Hiring a lawyer won't make any difference. I'm innocent and have nothing to hide—why should I hire a lawyer? Whether you believe you are innocent or guilty, the worst mistake you...

What Does DUI Mean and Why Is It Such a Big Deal?
Driving Under the Influence, popularly known by its acronym DUI is the offense of driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any drug to the extent that makes operating the vehicle unsafe. DUIs are such a big deal due to the negative effects it...

Everything You Need to Know About DUI Laws in Washington: How Can an Attorney Help?
A DUI, also known as a DWI, is a charge that is aggressively prosecuted in most jurisdictions. Washington, in particular, has stringent legislation governing a DUI. As such, if you are charged and successfully convicted for a DUI in Washington, you are likely to face...

Spokane Felony Statistics: How Common Are Felony Crimes and Charges?
Spokane metro area lives up to its longtime reputation as "near nature, near perfect," but it records some of the highest felony rates in the country. That's why the legal system treats felony cases with the seriousness they deserve. If you, a family member, or anyone...
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