When drugs or alcohol is involved and people have sexual contact -especially when they don’t know each other well and are not regular sexual partners, there can be questions about whether each person was capable of consent. No matter what state you’re in, alcohol changes everything when it comes to consent, and that’s where the […]
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Accused of Harassment After an Online Date? Understanding Your Rights
Online dating has complicated the early stages of the dating experience. As a Seattle harassment defense attorney, I’ve seen how online dating misunderstandings can spiral into serious legal trouble. Here’s what you need to know about harassment laws in Washington—and how to protect yourself. What Counts as Harassment Under Washington Law? In Washington, harassment is […]
Continue reading…Cyberbullying and Harassment Laws: What Defendants Need to Know
Bullying and harassment occur in schools and colleges. However, online harassment and bullying can occur at any age. Even adults can be the victims of cyberbullying and harassment. In this blog, our Seattle criminal defense attorneys discuss criminal charges for cyberbullying and harassment and the penalties you could face if you are convicted for cybercrimes. […]
Continue reading…The Role of Intent in Online Scams: Can Lack of Malicious Intent Be a Defense?
Computer and internet fraud covers a wide range of criminal activities, including online scams and other activities intended to trick someone into giving the perpetrator money, financial details, personal injury, or other items of value. The Internet Crime Complaint Center receives an average of 758,000 complaints of Internet scams each year. In 2023, 880,418 complaints […]
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Juveniles and Reckless Endangerment: Special Considerations
Reckless endangerment is a serious criminal charge in Washington State. A conviction could result in fines, jail time, and other penalties. If a juvenile is charged with reckless endangerment, the criminal record could have life-long consequences. Our Seattle criminal defense attorney discusses special considerations parents need to know if their child is charged with reckless […]
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The Role of Counseling and Rehabilitation in Domestic Violence Cases
Domestic violence covers a wide range of criminal activity involving a household or family member. It also includes violence against current or previous spouses, intimate partners, and people with whom you share a child. Examples of crimes that could result in domestic violence charges include, but are not limited to, assault, harassment, stalking, sex offenses, […]
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Resolving Protection Orders: How Settlement Agreements Can Keep You Out of Court
Protection orders are issued by the court to protect someone from harm. The order prohibits a party from taking specific actions related to the protected party. Violating protective orders could lead to criminal prosecution. Have you been served with a temporary protection order and notice of hearing in Washington State? If so, and the protection […]
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Prescription Drug Fraud: Legal Challenges and Defense Tactics
Prescription drug fraud takes many forms. The one thing they have in common is that the consequences of a conviction are severe. Working with an experienced Seattle criminal defense attorney is in your best interest if you are a healthcare professional charged with prescription drug fraud. An attorney develops a defense strategy using various legal […]
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When Can Minors Be Charged as Adults in Washington?
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible for a minor to be charged as an adult in Washington. Though rare, there are some situations in which a minor is considered an adult. If your teen is charged as an adult or with any crime, it is important that you meet with a Seattle criminal defense […]
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What Is a Stalking Protection Order?
A stalking protection order is a court order that restricts someone from contacting, following, monitoring, or coming near you when their repeated behavior has caused reasonable fear, intimidation, or emotional distress. In Washington, it is designed to stop ongoing conduct quickly, before it escalates into physical harm or criminal charges. If you are being stalked […]
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