Let's say there is a 911 call. The police get to the house and there is a husband and wife who have been arguing. The wife accuses the husband of committing an act of domestic violence against her. Can that wife later decide that she wants to drop the charges against...
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Penalties for Washington drug crimes
Possession of a controlled substance can result in significant fines and jail time in Washington. The specific penalties vary depending on the amount of the substance in question, prior criminal history and other factors. Familiarize yourself with possible legal...
The penalties for vehicular manslaughter in Washington
According to FindLaw, when a person kills someone, whether intentionally or unintentionally, the state of Washington declares it a homicide. Depending on the circumstances surrounding and leading up to the killing, the state may further classify a killing as murder or...
What is the zero tolerance law?
It is no surprise that drinking often accompanies celebrations in Washington State. When you are underage, you may think little of the issue of drinking. You want to go out, have a good time and worry little about anything else. What happens if the police catch you...
Guilty pleas bring tax zapper software users lesser sentences
Two owners of a popular Washington restaurant chain entered guilty pleas over an alleged tax evasion scheme that involved using "zapper" software. As reported by U.S. News & World Report, the accused couple pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to defraud the...
License reinstatement following vehicular homicide conviction
Revocation of your driver's license is typically part of the penalty for a conviction on charges of vehicular homicide related to DUI. However, this does not necessarily mean that you lose your license forever and can never drive again. Eventually, it may be possible...
Sex offender registration level designations
For the past several decades, states all across the country, including Washington State, have created and updated programs that require defendants convicted of specific sexual offenses to register as designated sex offenders. The requirement to register as a sex...
What should I do if accused of domestic violence?
While being accused of any crime in Washington state is a big deal, there are few crimes that carry the weight of domestic violence. If you find yourself in a position where you are being falsely accused of domestic violence, it is important to know the steps...
How are fraudulent insurance claims identified?
While the majority of insurance claims filed are legitimate, insurance companies are constantly on the lookout for fraudulent claims. To help identify them, the National Insurance Crime Bureau created a list of suspicious loss indicators, which investigators look for...
The effects of distracted driving on a criminal case
Distracted driving may take many forms in Washington state. Anything that takes a driver's attention away from the road is a distraction and causes distracted driving. However, the biggest issue of this kind, according to the Insurance Information Institute, is...