It is not uncommon for the Washington courts to issue no contact orders in domestic violence cases. When a person subject to a no contact order shares a child with the individual they are prohibited from contacting, it can make it difficult for the person to exercise their right to parent. As discussed in a […]

While some people may think of assault as a relatively minor offense, the opposite is true. In fact, in many cases, people convicted of assault crimes face lengthy prison sentences. Intervening changes in the law may allow people sentenced to substantial prison terms to challenge their sentence, though, as demonstrated in a recent Washington assault […]

Court Addresses Prosecutorial Misconduct in Tacoma Assault Cases Prosecutors are bound by a certain code of conduct in criminal proceedings. Among other things, they cannot engage in unjust behavior during trial, such as introducing improper evidence or misstating the law. Even proving that a prosecutor engaged in such acts might not be enough to overcome […]

FAQ: Immigration Concerns in Domestic Violence Criminal and Protection Order Cases Q: What are the primary concerns for non-citizens facing domestic violence charges or protection orders? A: Non-citizens main concern is the risk of deportation or exclusion from the U.S. if convicted of domestic violence crimes or if found in violation of a protection order. […]

Road rage, or driving in a reckless and aggressive manner, can lead to assault charges under Washington law. In any assault case, the prosecution bears the burden of establishing the defendant’s guilt, which among other things, means that they must prove the victim’s intent. In a recent Washington assault case, the failure to point a […]

In Washington, the courts will often issue no-contact orders in domestic violence cases. If a person subject to a no-contact order subsequently violates its terms, they may be charged with additional crimes. As discussed in a recent Washington domestic violence case, the State must offer sufficient evidence to support convictions for violating no-contact orders, and […]

Under Washington law, there are numerous assault crimes that the state can accuse a person of committing. The severity of the charges depends, in part, on the level of harm the alleged victim suffered due to the assault. As discussed in a recent opinion issued in a Washington assault case, the prosecution can establish serious […]

The Washington court will issue no contact orders when they determine that doing so is necessary to protect a person from further harm at the hands of their assailant. As such, if a person violates a no-contact order, they may be charged with one or more crimes. If the no-contact order is deemed constitutionally insufficient, […]

What Are the Penalties for a DUI in Washington State? Q: What are the general penalties for a DUI conviction in Washington State? A: The penalties for a DUI conviction in Washington State can vary significantly depending on factors such as the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of arrest, prior DUI convictions, and […]

What Happens After a DUI Arrest in the State of Washington? Q: What happens immediately after failing field sobriety tests or a portable breath test? A: If you fail the field sobriety tests or a portable breath test, the arresting officer will likely arrest you for suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI). You will […]