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How Much Does An Expungement Lawyer Cost?
Have you ever been in a situation where a past conviction or arrest record is holding you back from landing a dream job, securing a loan, or applying for a professional license? If yes, then getting your criminal record expunged could be the best decision you’ll ever make. Expungement is a legal process that allows […]
Should You Hire A Defense Lawyer?
When you find yourself looking at the stark walls of a courtroom, the stress and anxiety can be overwhelming. According to the United States Department of Justice, about 95% of people facing a criminal charge in federal court were represented by a defense lawyer in 2019. The decision you make when choosing your representation can […]
Is A Criminal Lawyer Worth It?
If you are ever unfortunate enough to find yourself faced with criminal charges, one of the first questions you may ask is, “is hiring a criminal lawyer worth it?” According to recent data from the Bureau of Justice Statistics, an estimated 95% of all criminal cases in the United States are resolved with a plea […]
Why You Need A Criminal Defense Lawyer
Being charged with a crime such as assault, robbery or a DUI can lead to overwhelming consequences. Life after an arrest is uncertain and stressful. Criminal charges may come with severe penalties including jail time and the loss of your current and future employment prospects. If you are convicted, the charge might become a permanent […]
Gun Rights Restoration: Washington House Bill 1562
If you like to stay up-to-date with gun laws, you may have heard whispers about the Washington House Bill 1562. This is a bill that took effect July 23, 2023. Governor Inslee was responsible for signing the House Bill 1562 into law in May of this year. This bill changes a lot of the details […]
What Is The Difference Between Criminal Lawyer And Criminal Defense Lawyer?
If you’ve been reading up on legal defense, you might have noticed that the terms criminal lawyer and criminal defense lawyer are used interchangeably a lot of the time. To say that they are exactly the same isn’t quite true, though. While “criminal lawyer” is a general term for an attorney that works on a […]
Washington State: Marijuana Possession Defense Just Got More Complicated
Hi, I’m Roger Priest with VanWa Legal PLLC, and I am a local DUI attorney in Vancouver, WA. Today I’m going to answer a question for you that I often receive from my clients, which is, “How long will my license be suspended for my DUI?” The question has many answers, so depending on
More About the Change in Drug Possession Law in Washington State
Drug possession is now handled differently in Washington State. Earlier this year Governor Jay Inslee signed into law declaring that drug possession was now a misdemeanor instead of a felony. This came after Washington’s Supreme Court struck down the previous drug possession law. If you are now convicted of drug possession, a top rated attorney […]
Can I Refuse a Field Sobriety Test?
If you’ve been pulled over for driving while intoxicated, a police officer may ask you to take a Field Sobriety Test (FST). It’s important to know you have a legal right to deny participating in the test but understand what that means for the next steps in your case before you do. What Is A […]
How Can You Better Your Life After a Criminal Conviction?
If you’re facing criminal conviction or have already been convicted of criminal offenses, the sooner you start to think about bettering your life, the sooner you’ll be able to get back on track. If you’ve been convicted, enlisting an expungement lawyer can help you overcome obstacles you’d face from obtaining your dream job or moving […]
Minimizing the Damage from a Felony Drug Charge
If you’ve been charged with a felony drug offense, you should enlist the help of an experienced attorney right away to help minimize the damage. Depending on the type of drug, the amount of drugs in your possession, and your alleged intent, your lawyer will have different routes to help protect you. If the court […]
What is the Fallout from a Malicious Mischief Conviction?
If you were in what started as a verbal fight but then break something owned by someone else or you co-owned, you may be charged with Malicious Mischief. While this is a lesser charge than physically hitting someone else, the charge still holds grave consequences that you’ll need an experienced domestic violence defense attorney to […]
Roadblocks to Restoring Your Firearms License
With suitable legal representation, it’s possible to regain your firearms license without appearing in front of a court. Many value firearms possession as a critical second amendment right. However, depending on what led to revoking your firearms license, you may face some roadblocks. What Are Some Roadblocks To Restoring My Firearms License? If a court […]
Am I Eligible for a Deferred DUI Prosecution?
In Washington State, a deferred prosecution, as laid out in 10.05 RCW, allows someone accused of a crime, such as a DUI, to cite diseases such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health issues and seek medical treatment and avoid harsh prosecution. What Is Deferred DUI Prosecution? Deferred DUI prosecution allows those suffering from alcoholism, […]
Washington State Reclassifies Drug Possession as Misdemeanor
Washington State Supreme Court strikes down felony drug possession law as unconstitutional. Redefined as misdemeanor. Gov. Jay Inslee (D) signed legislation on Thursday to recriminalize simple possession as a misdemeanor. Washington State Legislature Reestablishes Criminal Penalties Requires individuals to be referred to eval and possible treatment for first two offenses. Alots $100 million for disorder […]
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