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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What Is an Extreme Risk Protection Order?
If you are served with an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO), don’t panic. An ERPO does not mean you are going to jail or will never be able to own a firearm. Our Seattle criminal defense attorney can help you fight an ERPO and regain complete freedom including the freedom to bear arms. The Purpose […]
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What to Do After Being Charged With Child Molestation in Seattle?
It might seem like life is ending after a child molestation charge. In reality, there’s no reason to panic. With the right Seattle criminal defense attorney, you can prove your innocence or have the charge reduced. This is your guide to moving forward after a child molestation charge in Seattle. Navigate the Legal System With […]
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Washington State Sex Offender Registry: What You Need to Know
If you or someone you know is facing sex crime charges in Seattle or anywhere in Washington State, understanding the implications of the Sex Offender Registry is crucial. This blog aims to provide clear, concise information to help you navigate this complex system. What is the Washington State Sex Offender Registry? The Washington State Sex […]
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What Is Financial Abuse?
Elder abuse and abuse of vulnerable adults are serious problems in the United States. However, false allegations of financial abuse are also common. Family dynamics are complicated, and family members may accuse each other because of hurt feelings, greed, or misunderstandings. A mandatory reporter may misunderstand a situation and report someone for financial abuse. Our […]
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What Is Insider Trading?
If you remember the 1987 movie Wall Street, with Michael Douglas and Charlie Sheen, you have an idea of what insider trading is and why it’s dangerous. You may also know that TV and lifestyle icon Martha Stewart served jail time in 2006 for her role in an insider trading scandal. Do you really know […]
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