What is Restorative Justice? Washington is notorious for its harsh prison penalties. If Washington were a country rather than a state, it would be one of the world leaders in mass incarceration. This has led to concerns about overcrowding, particularly regarding juvenile inmates. It has also led to concerns regarding the crime rate. Studies have [...]
Seattle's homeless population faces numerous challenges, from accessing adequate shelter to maintaining safety on the streets. One of the less visible but highly damaging hurdles involves trespassing charges. As the city struggles with increasing homelessness, public and private properties often become temporary shelters for those with nowhere else to turn. However, using these spaces often [...]
What Should I Do If I Am Charged With a Misdemeanor for Drug Possession? Your life has been irreversibly changed if you have been charged with a drug-related misdemeanor. What might have been a momentary decision has set off a chain reaction of frightening, confusing, and uncertain events. Many assume that because misdemeanor charges are [...]
Can Social Media Help (or Hurt) Me In My Domestic Violence Case in Seattle? If you have been charged with domestic violence, the officers will warn you that anything you say can and will be used against you. This is your "Miranda warning" and pertains to anything you say or any actions from then on. [...]
How Do Washington Laws Protect the Rights of the Accused in Sex Crime Cases? Sex crime allegations are among the most serious accusations a person can face, carrying severe social stigma, legal consequences, and life-altering penalties. These cases often involve sensitive evidence, emotionally charged testimony, and intense public scrutiny. Despite the gravity of these accusations, [...]
What Constitutes a Gang, and What Are Gang Crimes in Washington State? Sometimes, people have visions of gang crimes as being something from the 1920s, almost cartoonish. The reality today is much more dire. Today, gangs are identified as having at least three people who use a symbol or name as their group identification. To [...]
Defending Your Rights in Washington If you have been charged with a DUI, it can be a time of great confusion, regret, and fear. A split-second decision to get behind the wheel while under the influence can have far-reaching consequences you didn't anticipate. Washington is one of the strictest states regarding its DUI policies and [...]
Challenging on the Strength of Arson Evidence in Seattle Criminal Court Being accused of arson is a serious criminal crime. Arson carries a wide range of penalties, such as incarcertation and hefty fines. In Seattle, arson cases are prosecuted aggressively. It's up to the state to prove meet its burden of proof, or simply prove [...]
Understanding Embezzlement Charges Being accused of embezzlement is one of the most serious charges a person could face. The first step to effectively defend yourself against any accusation is understanding it. Embezzlement is defined as the purposeful misappropriation of funds or property entrusted to one's care. In other words, it is a financial crime defined [...]
What Counts as a Gang Crime in Seattle, Washington? Gang crimes in Seattle are classified by specific legal criteria regarding whether the acts of the crime were in association with or of benefit to a criminal street gang. The legal system or prosecutors usually identify these criminal offenses through proof of association with a known [...]
