Posts by Rob
New Deferred Sentence laws
Deferred sentences (where the DUI charge is completely dismissed upon successful completion of the court probation period) are no longer authorized for a DUI sentence. Only suspended sentences (where DUI conviction remains on the criminal record after probation successfully completed) are now allowed for a DUI sentence. However deferred sentences are still authorized for reduced DUI charges, i.e.…
Read MoreHoliday Schedule
Happy Holidays! Please note our holiday schedule changes: Tuesday, December 24th: 8:00am – 3:00pm Wednesday, December 25th: Closed Tuesday, December 31st: 8:00am – 3:00pm Wednesday, January 1st: Closed If you have an urgent matter, or are a current client with a question about your case, please feel free to leave a voicemail…
Read MoreMarijuana and your Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5912 was signed into law on July 18, 2013 and became effective on September 28, 2013. Another new tougher DUI sentencing factor: You will now lose your Commercial Drivers License (CDL) if you are found to be driving a commercial motor vehicle and you have ANY measurable amount of…
Read MoreNew DUI Laws: Wrong Way Driving
Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5912 was signed into law on July 18, 2013 and became effective on September 28, 2013. Another new tougher DUI sentencing factor: Wrong way driving on a multi lane highway with a speed limit of 45 mph or greater mustnow be considered an aggravating factor at DUI sentencing (along with…
Read MoreNew Arrest and Pre Trial Conditions for Repeat Offenders
Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5912 was signed into law on July 18, 2013 and became effective on September 28, 2013. Two new Arrest and Pre-Trial changes will impact drivers who have committed a prior impaired driving offense within the past 10 years. – Drivers arrested for DUI or Physical Control must now be booked…
Read MoreNew tougher DUI Laws: DUI Driver with Child in car
As of September 28, 2013 a new tougher DUI law in now effective. If you have a child (under 16) passenger in your car when arrested for DUI, you will face the following additional penalty: 1st DUI Conviction – Additional one (1) day added to jail term 2nd DUI Conviction – Additional five (5) days added to…
Read MoreNew Tougher DUI Laws
Senate Bill 5912, which became law on 9/28/2013, is toughening DUI laws in our state. A second DUI offense will now land drivers in jail until they see a judge (arraignment), and repeat offenders must have an Ignition Interlock Device installed in their cars within five days of their arrest.
Read MoreNew Parking / Towing Laws
Senate Bill 5849 – Electric Vehicle Charging Stations – Drivers who park improperly in a parking space that is clearly marked and designated for charging an electric car will be fined $124.00. This bill is to prevent gasoline powered vehicles from taking up valuable charging station spaces. This bill also allows for fines against electric car drivers who only…
Read MoreNew Laws in Washington State
Along with the many new alcohol laws that went into effect on Sunday, July 28th, 2013, several other laws went into effect as well. House Bill 1341 – Wrongful Convictions – This new law will allow people who were wrongfully convicted of a crime in Washington State to file a claim for damages against the state. You would have to…
Read MoreNew Laws involving Alcohol
Several new laws involving alcohol took effect in Washington State on Sunday, July 28th, 2013. House Bill 1001 and Senate Bill 5607 allows theaters to sell alcohol to customers over 21 years old. Senate Bill 5396 allows businesses that sell hard liquor to give out small samples of different types of alcohol to patrons. Senate Bill 5674 allows…
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