Being accused of a crime is not the same as being guilty of a crime. The state must prove every legal element required for the crime for a defendant to be found guilty. In many cases, there may be one or more legal defenses that apply in your case. Working with a Seattle criminal defense […]
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Charged as an Adult vs. Charged as a Juvenile: How Judges Decide
The justice system for adults in Washington has the goal of punishing offenders found guilty of crimes. However, the goal of the Juvenile Justice System in Washington is to provide treatment for the rehabilitation of minors found guilty of a crime. Thus, the punishments in juvenile court are less severe for many of the same […]
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Do I have to Give Up My Guns if I have a Restraining Order or No Contact Order Against Me?
Many people in Washington value their right to own firearms. However, if you are involved in a domestic dispute, the other party may request a restraining order or a no contact order. Both orders could restrict your right to own and possess a gun. To protect your legal rights, you may want to contact a […]
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Can the Police Search My Cell Phone Records Without a Warrant?
As with most questions of law, it depends on the facts and the circumstances in your case whether the police could search your cell phone records without a warrant. If your arrest was based on a search of your cell phone, contact a Seattle domestic violence defense attorney immediately to discuss your options. If the […]
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How Do You Get a Domestic Charge Dropped?
The laws in Washington State are unforgiving for domestic violence charges. A person can be arrested for domestic violence, even if the alleged victim does not wish to press charges. If you were arrested on domestic violence charges, your best choice is to contact experienced a Seattle domestic violence defense attorney to discuss defense strategies […]
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How Do You Obtain a Protection Order?
Domestic violence is a serious problem in America. Many victims worry about their safety if they leave or if the abuser leaves. Seattle protection order attorney Jennifer Horwitz can help you obtain a protection order prohibiting the person responsible for the abuse from contacting you or coming near you. What is a Domestic Violence Protection […]
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What You Need to Know About Prostitution Sting Operations
Prostitution stings are a common method used by the police to combat prostitution. In a typical sting operation, undercover police officers pose as prostitutes and communicate with clients to set up appointments to engage in commercial sex acts. Often, following a major prostitution sting, the police share information about the operation with the media […]
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What to Do If Someone Has Accused You of Sexual Assault
You thought an encounter you had in the past was a consensual encounter, but then you are contacted by law enforcement and told that the person on the other end of the encounter is now accusing you of sexual assault. What steps should you take? Don’t Give “Your Side of the Story” to Law Enforcement […]
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What to Do When Facing a Delayed Accusation of Sexual Assault
A false accusation of sexual assault places your reputation, livelihood, and freedom on the line. But what happens if the allegations are from months or even years ago? Below is an overview of some steps you can take to protect yourself when facing a delayed accusation of a sexual assault. Do Not Meet with Law […]
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What Is a No Contact Order?
When an individual in Washington is accused of domestic violence, the court frequently issues a no-contact order. There are two types of no contact orders in Washington: (1) pre-trial and (2) post-conviction. Both types of no-contact orders prevent the person accused in a domestic violence case from having contact with the alleged victim. Below is […]
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