Archives : 2010 : October

1. Facebook is a New Tool for Identity Theft in Washington State

   Oct 29, 2010 —

   With the incredible advances in technology in the recent past, there are new kinds of fraud being committed and Washington police are trying to keep up. With over a half a billion people now on Facebook, it has become a new area for identity theft. Facebook is a social networking site, where people can connect … [More]

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2. Criminal Law and the Depression

   Oct 28, 2010 —

   Everyone can agree that the past few years have been tough. Americans are financially stressed like never before. People have lost their jobs; their nest eggs, and in some cases their homes.  There is however, a silver lining that has come with the recession. While it is definitely unexpected, it is a welcome change. According … [More]

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3. Is Marijuana Possession Legal In Seattle Or Washington State?

   Oct 25, 2010 —

   There seems to be some confusion regarding the legality of marijuana possession in the City of Seattle and the State of Washington. Back in January, newly elected City Attorney Peter Holmes stated that minor marijuana possession offenses would no longer be prosecuted. At the time he made this statement, he had already begun dismissing cases … [More]

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4. Domestic Violence Awareness

   Oct 23, 2010 —

   October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Washington Attorney General, who is a supporter of ending the problem of domestic violence, will be joining others in a statewide display of purple lights in honor of victims and their families that have been affected by domestic violence. Unfortunately, this issue of domestic violence is a persistent … [More]

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5. Budget Cuts to Crime Lab Could Result in Less Drug Possession Convictions

   Oct 18, 2010 —

   Crime Lab managers have determined that a 10% budget cut would result in six lab workers throughout the state being laid off and that the state crime lab will no longer analyze controlled substances in cases of simple possession … [More]

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6. Prosecutorial Misconduct Is Rarely Punished

   Oct 13, 2010 —

   New Study Reports Prosecutorial Misconduct is Rarely Punished A study issued by the Northern California Innocence Project at Santa Clara University School of Law reported some interesting findings regarding misconduct of prosecutors who, according to this study, continue to engage in misconduct and are rarely ever punished. The report is entitled Preventable Error: A report … [More]

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7. A Seattle Criminal Defense Attorney Discusses Theft Crimes

   Oct 11, 2010 —

   Criminal defense matters can be stressful and complicated. No one should try to face any criminal charges on his or her own. … [More]

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8. Hate Crimes Or Malicious Harassment Prosecution

   Oct 7, 2010 —

   If you have been accused of a hate crime in the State of Washington, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense lawyer. … [More]

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