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Bench Warrant Issued — Now What?
Missing a court date can be stressful and intimidating — especially if you find out that a bench warrant has…
Can I File a Restraining Order on Behalf…
If someone is threatening, harassing, or endangering your child, your instinct as a parent or guardian is to protect them…
Violating a Protection Order by Accident: Can You…
You didn’t mean to break the rules. Maybe you ran into the protected person at the grocery store. Maybe you…
What Does It Mean When a Case Is…
If you’ve recently seen that your criminal or civil case was “dismissed without prejudice,” you might assume the ordeal is…
Can I Be Charged with DUI in Washington…
When most people hear “DUI,” they think of alcohol or illegal drugs. But in Washington, the law takes a much…
Understanding Washington’s Alford Plea: Admitting Nothing, Avoiding Trial
When facing criminal charges, most people assume their only options are to plead guilty or fight the case at trial.…
Why the First 48 Hours After Arrest Matter…
An arrest can turn your world upside down in a matter of seconds. Whether it’s you or someone you love,…
Can I Travel with a Pending Criminal Case?
Travel Isn’t Always Simple When Charges Are Pending When you’re facing criminal charges, life doesn’t stop — and neither does…
Can a School Suspend My Child Without a…
When That Call from the School Comes It’s a moment that can stop you in your tracks — getting a…
Washington’s Trespass Laws: What Counts as Criminal vs…
Trespass in Washington: Not All Trespassing Is a Crime We’ve all seen signs that say “No Trespassing” or “Private Property”,…