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Attorney Offices by Municipality

Aberdeen
Arlington
Auburn
Bainbridge Island
Bellevue Bellevue
Bellingham
Bonney Lake
1. Geiersbach & Kraft: The consequences of being charged and convicted of a crime often extend beyond possible jail time and fines. Depending on the charge, individuals can lose their driver’s license, lose state and/or federal financial aid, lose their right to possess firearms, lose their right to vote, be restricted from leaving the country, state, or county, be required to abide by a no contact order, and/or be required to complete a variety of classes as part of a term of probation. In addition, difficulties are sure to arise when looking for employment, attempting to get a loan, and furthering one’s education.
Bothell
Bremerton
Buriaen
Burlen
1. Kannin Law Firm: Initially after your arrest, when you see the police report and all the evidence against you, you may think your case is hopeless. Don't give up! An experienced DUI attorney may find issues to work into a powerful defense, or even discover a fatal flaw in the case that could cause the prosecution to back down or give up.
Burlington
Camas
1. Cane, Neil: Felony charges require experience and judgement.
Centralia
Chehalis
1. Mano, McKerricher, & Paroutaud: CRIMINAL DEFENSE Driving While Intoxicated Felonies & Misdemeanors Appeals
2. Williams & Johnson: criminal defense
Cle Elum
1. Heritage Law Offices: UI/DWI Defense Ñ Being arrested for drunk driving, driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be an unsettling proposition, to say the least. If you have been arrested or accused of drunk driving, DUI, DWI, or any other alcohol-related or drug-related driving offense, you need an experienced lawyer to help you regain control of your life.
Colfax
1. Keene, Teresa: General Practice Traffic/Speeding Tickets Criminal Defense Juvenile Defense Seal Juvenile Records Expungments Landlord/Tenant Issues DUI Divorce Child Custody Child Support Wills/Pre-Nuptual Agreements Guardianships Medical Directives
Covington
Coupville
1. Platt & Buescher: DUI Divorce Criminal Law Personal Injury Wrongful Death Major Crimes Auto Accidents Civil Litiagation Child Custody Malpractice Juvenile Law Family Law Real Estate Estate Planning Wills
2. Terry Smith: If you do not request that hearing within 30 days from the date of your arrest. Department of Licensing (DOL) will send a letter to you telling you that your license will be suspended on or before the 60th day after your arrest.
Edgewater
1. Yanasak, Kevin: Personal Injury Auto Accidents Wrongful Death Motorcycle Accidents Slip & Fall Accidents Premise Liability Pedestrian Accidents Family Law Dissolution Paternity Child Custody Visitation Child Support Criminal Law Felony Misdemeanor DUI Juvenile Traffic Domestic Violence Probate Estate Planning Wills Community Property Agreements Power-of-Attorney Directive to Physicians
Edmonds
Ellensburg
Enumclaw
Ephratta
1. Anderson, Douglas: DUI, MIP/MIC, Possession of Marijuana, and all other Misdemeanor Charges
Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett
Fall City
1. Speikers, David: DUI Defense
Federal Way
Ferndale
1. Ellingson, Roger: Civil Litigation (Trial Work in Personal Injury, Contracts, Seizures & other areas of practice) Property Law (Real Estate, Land Use, Foreclosures, Timber Trespass, Easements & Boundaries) Estate Planning (Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Health Care Directives, Medicaid Planning & Probate) Criminal Law (Criminal Defense of Misdemeanors and Felonies (including DUIs, Traffic Infractions, Expungements and Rights Restoration) Landlord - Tenant Law Business Law (Formation of Corporations, LLCs, Partnerships, and related business transactions) Family Law (Divorce, Separation, Parenting Plans, Child Support, Domestic Partnerships, Adoptions and Guardianships)
Fife
Freeland
1. Terry Smith: You have 30 days from the date of your arrest for a DUI to request a hearing from the Department of Licensing. The purpose of that hearing will be to determine the status of your License to Drive pending the outcome of your case.
Gig Harbor
Grandview
1. Everett Law Offices: misdemeanor criminal charges
Issaquah
Kelso
1. Johnson, Wesley: Misdemeanors like DUIs, Driving While Suspended or Reckless Driving are the most serious crimes most of us will ever face. Not only are they embarrassing and expensive, they are a major inconvenience.
Kennewick
Kent
Kingston
Kirkland
Lacey
1. Christy Todd: In Washington State, a driver over 21 years of age who has a blood or breath alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher within two hours after driving is presumptively guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor. A driver under 21 years of age who has a blood or breath alcohol concentration of at least 0.02 but less than 0.08, is presumptively guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor. In addition, a driver under 21 years of age may face an additional charge of Minor in Possession/Consumption of Intoxicating Liquor. Pleading guilty to a DUI or being convicted of a DUI has implications for maintaining a driver's license.
Lake Stevens
1. Galloway Law Group: DUI A DUI conviction can adversely impact a client’s life for years. Every person charged with a DUI has a different set of circumstances and we will individually analyze every case.
Lakewood
Longview
Lynnwood
Marysville
Mercer Island
1. Harvey Grad: Drunk Driving Defense - the "right to drive" is a privilege which is governed by the individual states. Traffic violations are a mix of regulatory and penal (criminal) offenses based on violations of state statutes and city ordinances relating to the operation of vehicles, specifically driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances which impair the ability to drive.
Mill Creek
1. Dichter Law Office: Driving while Under the Influence (Department of Licensing Hearings-weÕll work on keeping your license!) ¥ Negligent Driving ¥ Reckless Driving ¥ Driving while License Suspended ¥ Minor in Possession ¥ Drug Crimes ¥ Domestic Violence ¥ Assault ¥ Theft ¥ Property Crimes ¥ Serious Felonies
2. Scott & Howard: If you have been arrested or jailed, or if you are about to be charged with a serious criminal offense in Western Washington, you need to act quickly to hire a dedicated attorney to provide an effective, tough defense to the accusations being made against you.
Moses Lake
1. Hill, Brett: Criminal Defense
Monroe
Montesano
1. Hatch & Keehan: DUI: Driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance is a crime in Washington that can carry serious consequences, beginning with jail, loss of your driving privilege which can lead to loss of employment, costly fines, electronic home monitoring, court ordered alcohol and drug treatment and probation for five years.
Moses Lake
1. Earl, Patrick: Mention DUI Defenders and get up to 10% discount. (Some firms may not honor this offer)
Mt. Vernon
Mountlake Terrace
1. Mulvihill Law Firm: Criminal Defense DUI Major traffic offenses Theft Fraud Shoplifting Domestic violence
Mukilteo
Oak Harbor
Ocean Shores
1. Valdez & Sage: Real Estate Construction Law Business Law General Civil and Trial Practice Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts) Guardianships Probate Family Law (Divorce, Child Support) Personal Injury Criminal Law (DUI)
Olympia
Pasco
1. Roach Law: civil litigation, personal injury, business law, wrongful death, immigration law, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy, criminal law, and DUI defense
Port Orchard
1. Ness, Ronald: Have you been accused of or are being investigated for a crime?
2. Auld, Robin: By the time you read this message, you will be just weeks away from having to answer to the Washington State DUI charges against you.
3. Hemstreet Law Office: DUI DUI (Driving Under the Influence) is a very serious charge in Washington State. There are very severe consequences, including jail time, losing your license, substantial fines, and a conviction that could impact your future and employment opportunities. It is very important that you speak with an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. Your case needs to be thoughtfully and carefully reviewed. There are several potential issues, including whether there was proper authority to pull you over, potential suppression issues, and whether any tests were properly administered.
4. Dunn, Michael: Did you know that if you were arrested for DUI you only have 20 days to request a hearing or your license will be automati- cally suspended or revoked.
5. Bjork, Amity : Misdemeanors and Felonies Domestic Violence Medical Marijuana and Other Drug Cases Theft - Robbery - Burglary Sexual Assault, Rape and Other Sex Crimes DUI, DWLS, Reckless Driving, and other Traffic Offences Robbery, Burglary and Theft Felony Assault and Murder
6. Bougher, Scott: dwi, dui, owi, oui attorneys & lawyers
7. Otto Law Offices: DUI and DWI charges Drug charges Reckless driving Record expungement
8. Shiers Law Firm: A criminal charge is the most serious legal matter an individual is likely to ever face.
9. Becker Rovang: contested personal injury cases, medical malpractice, high profile and other criminal cases, and family law cases, including interstate custody disputes
10. Tracy Flood: Make sure your rights are respected regardless of the offense...
Point Roberts
1. Mallet, David: # CRIMINAL DEFENSE # ALL FELONIES AND MISDEMEANORS * MANSLAUGHTER * SEXUAL ABUSE * SEXUAL ASSAULT * BURGLARY * FELONY ASSAULT * VEHICULAR ASSAULT * DRUG AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE DEFENSE * ILLEGAL SEARCHES AND SEIZURES * THEFT * MISDEMEANOR ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE * FISH AND GAME VIOLATIONS * PROBATION REVOCATIONS # DRUNK DRIVING * AUTHOR, DRUNK DRIVING IN ALASKA * 28 YEARS OF DRUNK DRIVING DEFENSES * DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Port Townsend Port Townsend
Poulsbo
1. Shiers Law Firm: A criminal charge is the most serious legal matter an individual is likely to ever face.
2. Franz, Christian: Criminal Defense concerns provision of services as counsel for persons accused of having committed crimes (a charge for which a person can be put in jail). The maximum penalty for a misdemeanor is 90 days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. For a gross misdemeanor, 365 days in jail and/or $5,000 fine is the maximum. Any charge for which a person can be incarcerated for more than 365 days is a felony.
Pullman
1. Martonick Law: DUI - Driving Under the Influence (1) A person is guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug if the person drives a vehicle within this state: (a) And the person has, within two hours after driving, an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher as shown by analysis of the person's breath or blood made under RCW 46.61.506; or (b) While the person is under the influence of or affected by intoxicating liquor or any drug; or (c) While the person is under the combined influence of or affected by intoxicating liquor and any drug. (2) The fact that a person charged with a violation of this section is or has been entitled to use a drug under the laws of this state shall not constitute a defense against a charge of violating this section. (3) It is an affirmative defense to a violation of subsection (1)(a) of this section which the defendant must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant consumed a sufficient quantity of alcohol after the time of driving and before the administration of an analysis of the person's breath or blood to cause the defendant's alcohol concentration to be 0.08 or more within two hours after driving. The court shall not admit evidence of this defense unless the defendant notifies the prosecution prior to the omnibus or pretrial hearing in the case of the defendant's intent to assert the affirmative defense. (4) Analyses of blood or breath samples obtained more than two hours after the alleged driving may be used as evidence that within two hours of the alleged driving, a person had an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more in violation of subsection (1)(a) of this section, and in any case in which the analysis shows an alcohol concentration above 0.00 may be used as evidence that a person was under the influence of or affected by intoxicating liquor or any drug in violation of subsection (1)(b) or (c) of this section. (5) Except as provided in subsection (6) of this section, a violation of this section is a gross misdemeanor.
2. Libey, Ensley & Nelson: driving under the influence what the state must prove To convict a person of DUI the State must prove that he or she was driving with a .08 breath or blood alcohol level or driving while the person's ability was impaired by alcohol and/or drugs. dui evaluation and defense In every case, the evidence must be evaluated to determine how likely it is that the state can prove what it must in order to obtain a conviction. In evaluating a DUI, we consider questions such as these: Did the facts known to the arresting officer justify a traffic stop? Was the stop for something that is not really a traffic infraction? (For example, despite what some officers think, it is not an infraction to not signal when pulling away from the curb, not an infraction to let one's wheels make minor and isolated deviations from the lane of travel.) Was the stop based on unreliable hearsay? (Such as an anonymous phone call.) Did the officer follow the standardized procedures for the so-called standardized field sobriety testing? (e.g., the stand on one-leg, or the walk a straight line tests). Did the officer follow the protocol for administering the hand-held preliminary breath test in the field? Did the officer follow the protocol for administering the breath test at the station? Did the officer have the required certifications to perform the tests? Was there bad driving to corroborate the alcohol test result and the officer's opinion of intoxication? Is what the driver had to drink consistent with the breath test result? Are there witnesses who will testify that the driver was not under the influence? Did the officer properly inform the driver concerning the breath test? Did the officer interfere with the driver's right to consult an attorney or the right to an independent blood test? Does a review of the breath test machine records raise issues about its accuracy? These are just examples of the questions a lawyer ought to ask in the course of evaluating a DUI. It takes experience, training and study for a lawyer to know the right questions to ask about a specific case. A conviction is not automatic. The state has to prove its case. A jury is not required to believe that the breath test is infallible or that police officers are always right. For information about penalties for second and subsequent DUI penalties go to the Washington Administrative Office of the Courts website. mandatory probation conditions No driving without valid license and proof of insurance filed with the Department of Licensing. No driving with .08 or higher within two hours after driving. Provide breath or blood sample if requested by officer having reasonable grounds to believe person is driving under the influence. Each violation of these requirements carries a mandatory 30 day jail sentence and 30 day license suspension. additional penalties allowed by law In addition to the mandatory minimum penalties, the law allows courts to impose a maximum of 1 year in jail and a $8,000 fine, 5 years probation, longer ignition interlock period than the minimum required, abstinence from alcohol and drugs, random testing for drug and alcohol use, alcohol and/or drug treatment, and additional conditions of probation, such as staying out of places where alcohol is served. An 18 month to 2 year probation period is typical in Whitman County District Court. A monthly probation fee of $50 per month is usually charged in addition to the mandatory minimum fine. license suspension by department of licensing A DUI arrest usually triggers an administrative proceeding by the Washington State Department of Licensing to suspend the person's license to drive. The Department of Licensing action occurs separately from the criminal prosecution in court. A person who is arrested for DUI and either refuses the breath or blood test or has a result of .08 (.02 for a minor) or higher, receives a notice of intent to suspend his or her license. The person has only 20 days to file an appeal of this suspension. Usually an appeal form is provided by the arresting officer. Additional information and a copy of the appeal form can be obtained from the Department of Licensing. We routinely represent clients in DOL appeals. Our representation includes filing the appeal and representation at the hearing. DOL hearings are almost always conducted by telephone. The period of suspension as a result of action by DOL is 90 days for a first .08 or higher arrest (.02 for a minor) and 1 year for a refusal. minor driving with .02 It is a separate and less serious offense for a minor to drive with a .02 or higher alcohol level. There are no mandatory minimum penalties. But, an arrest for this offense triggers an administrative action by the Department of Licensing to suspend the driver's license (90 days for the first arrest). Of course, a minor can be charged with driving while under the influence instead of, or in addition to, being charged with driving with a .02 or higher. deferred prosecution This is a treatment alternative to DUI conviction. It is available only to persons who are diagnosed as being dependent on alcohol or drugs. A deferred prosecution program allows a person to avoid a criminal conviction, jail, license suspension and fines. But, a deferred prosecution is not an easy way out of a DUI. A DUI deferred prosecution requires a two year treatment program that includes, at a minimum, intensive outpatient treatment (usually 72 hours over a six week period), additional individual and group treatment sessions, attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous or similar meetings twice a week and abstinence from alcohol or un-prescribed controlled substances. After the two years treatment program, there is an additional three year period when the person is subject to conditions and revocation of the deferred prosecution for violation of the conditions. There is an ignition interlock requirement for a minimum of one year (longer if it is a second or subsequent DUI). Deferred prosecutions also are available for non-DUI, non-driving (e.g. theft, assault) gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor charges in District Court and can be based on mental disorders instead of alcohol/substance dependency. Mental disorder and non-DUI deferred prosecutions are rare but a valuable option in appropriate cases.
3. Nuxoll, Libey, Ensley and Esser: DUI is a crime and therefore you have all the rights that a person charged with any crime has. Your are presumed innocent--the burden is on the prosecution to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty. The officer must actually come to court and tell his story under oath, at which time he will be cross-examined. You may have witnesses testify on your behalf. You have the right to remain silent - that is, the prosecution may not force you to testify. As a practical matter it is very unlikely that a successful outcome can be obtained without your testimony. If you do testify, you must tell the truth. To do otherwise would be a very serious crime of perjury. You have the right to represent yourself. If you do not wish to do so, you have the right to be represented by an attorney. That is an expense you must bear unless you are indigent. In that situation, the court may appoint an attorney to represent you but if you are ultimately convicted, a condition of your sentence would be to reimburse the county for the costs of your court-appointed lawyer.
Puyallup
Redmond
Renton
Republic
1. Graham, Steve: * DUI / DWI * Drug offenses, including possession, distribution and manufacture * Burglary, embezzlement and other property crimes * Violent offense including assaults and homicides * Seizures and forfeitures of property * Restoration of firearm rights, and expungement, vacation and sealing of records * Appeals * Scientific challenges to the prosecutor's evidence * Witness interviews and investigation * Offenses on Tribal Land * The defense of the rights of Native Americans in Tribal Court and State Courts * Representation of government employees and law enforcement charged with misconduct * Constitutional challenges to unfair laws * Representation of students expelled or suspended from school * Representing Canadian and other foreign nationals stopped at our borders
Richland
1. Harms, Todd: Assault & Battery Case Management Consultations Criminal Appeals Criminal Defense Criminal Justice Defense Diversion Programs Domestic Violence Drugs & Narcotics Offenses Drunk & Disorderly Conduct Drunk Driving Federal Courts Felonies Habitual Offenders Hearings Hit & Run Accidents Jail Consultations Juvenile Offenders License Reinstatement Assistance Misdemeanors Municipal Courts Payment Plans Prior Convictions Probation Probation Violations Reckless Driving Reckless Endangerment Record Expungement Record Sealing Same Day Appointments State Courts Suspended Licenses Theft, Burglary, & Robbery Traffic Violations Weapons Offenses
2. Christopher Swaby: Please do not make any decisions about any legal matter without consulting with an attorney first.
Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle
Sedro Wolley
1. McCann & McCann: Personal Injury Worker's Compensation Social Security Disability Wills and Estates Criminal Defense
Shelton
1. Linda Callahan: Washington State has one of the nation's toughest DUI laws. The penalties for this gross misdemeanor can be more severe than for some felonies. Some form of confinement is mandatory. Jail or the loss of your license could cost you your job or career. Your family finances may suffer from heavy fines, insurance increases and costly requirements, such as expensive ignition interlock devices on every vehicle you drive, and expensive alcohol treatment programs. These programs also entail frequent attendance at counseling sessions and AA meetings. Further, you will remain under the court's jurisdiction for a 5-year probationary period.
Silverdale
Snohomish
Spokane
Surrey, BC
Tacoma Tacoma
Tumwater
1. Loustou, David: What you may not know about D.U.I. .08 is just half of it! Most people are aware that it is illegal to drive in Washington State with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. This law is touted in the media and by various groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving. What many do not know is that inWashington, as in most states, prosecutors often pursue the traditional, “Under The Influence” theory of liability. In Washington, this means that because of the alcohol or drugs in your system, your normal ability to drive was appreciably impaired. A prosecutor can charge you with D.U.I. under this theory, and they often do, even if you have a B.A.C. below .08. With the “Under The Influence” theory of D.U.I., a jury is asked to determine whether the accused is under the influence by evaluating a variety of factors, to the extent they are present, including: driving errors, the driver’s performance on balance tests (Field Sobriety Tests), physical effects of alcohol impairment like slurred speech, poor balance or unsteadiness, and admissions by the driver. It takes an attorney experienced in D.U.I. trials to analyze your case and advise you on how a jury would interpret your particular facts. You Don’t have to do the Balance Tests. All is not lost if you did, but, for the future. The Field Sobriety Tests (FST’s) are voluntary. Yes, voluntary. And, no, the prosecutor is not allowed to argue to the jury that you must have thought you were guilty because you declined the tests. Officers are supposed to tell you that at the roadside they are voluntary. Sometimes they don’t. Sometimes the word “voluntary” is sandwiched in the middle of a long, fast sentence they hurl at you. Sometimes they actually are professional about it. The “Walk and Turn,” “ One-leg Stand,” “ ABC’s” “Counting,” “Finger Touch,” “Finger-to-Nose,” and other popular tests are, practically speaking, designed for failure. Many a defendant has thought they could “prove they weren’t drunk” by doing them. This is a mistake. I strongly recommend that you do not do them. If you are asked by an officer to do them, politely, but very clearly decline. Since I also recommend that you not speak to the officer (at all), this can be accomplished by a sincere nod of the head. If you do the tests, you will almost certainly be providing evidence against yourself that you didn’t need to. That Pesky Portable Breath Test All is not lost if you did, but, in most cases, you didn’t need to. The Portable Breath Test (PBT) is the hand-held device the officer may ask you to blow into. Officers are allowed to rely on your PBT result to establish probable cause to arrest you for D.U.I. PBT’s are not state of the art machines, and even if they were, you shouldn’t be providing evidence you don’t have to. UNLESS YOU ARE ON PREVIOUS COURT ORDERS OR PROBATION REQUIRING YOU TO TAKE THE PBT , you should politely refuse it by a clear, but quiet nod of the head.
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Vancouver
Walla Walla
1. Phillips, Charles: Estate Planning: Wills; Community Property Agreements; Durable Powers of Attorney; Directives to Physicians; Revocable Living Trusts; Trusts For Minors; Life Insurance Trusts; Trusts For Spouse; Asset Protection Trusts; Estate Tax Avoidance; Probate Avoidance; Elder Law; Tax Free Gifting. Real Estate: Deeds; Purchase and Sale Agreements; Real Estate Contracts; Land Use; Condominiums; Residential Leases; Commercial Leases; Agricultural Leases; Evictions; Boundary Disputes; Quiet Title Actions; 1031 Exchanges. Business: Corporations; Limited Liability Companies (LLCs); Partnerships; Commercial; Contracts; Collections; Employee Disputes; Construction Law; Mechanics Liens; Retainage Liens. DUI: Deferred Prosecution; DUI; Driver’s License Issues. Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Personal Injury: Automobile Accidents; Trip and Fall Accidents; Motorcycle Accidents; Wrongful Death; Nursing Home Injuries; Dog Bites; Products Liability. Social Security: Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Claims.
2. Olson Law Office: DUI, Drug cases, Search and Seizure, White Collar Crime, Embezzlement, serious misdemeanors and felonies
Wenatchee
1. Zanol, Michael: Being charged with a DUI/DWI can be an embarrassing and confusing experience. With so much riding on a favorable resolution to your case, you need a lawyer who understands how to limit the penalties stemming from a conviction, in turn saving you money, the inconvenience of a license suspension and even jail time.
2. Bell & Tibbits: + Criminal Law + DUI + Family Law + Personal Injury + Real Estate + Landlord & Tenant Law + Guardianship + Estate Planning + Probate + Social Security Disability
3. Woods & Brangwin: If you've been charged with DUI, hire someone with the skill and dedication to thoroughly analyze your case.
4. Cassel, Beuhler & Murdock: It can happen to the best of us. You make a mistake, or an error in judgment. You shouldnt have to pay for it for the rest of your life. To avoid the lasting repercussions, you need a good criminal defense team to protect your rights and advance your defenses.
Woodinville
1. Mucklestone, John: Traffic Law Defense, in particular, DUI, Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving, Speeding (Radar, Laser, Pace, Aircraft, Visual Estimates); All traffic Infractions
Yakima
1. Kendrick & Malane: criminal law attorneys & lawyers, dwi, dui, owi, oui attorneys & lawyers
2. Delorie-Johnson: Being charged with Driving Under the Influence can be a traumatic and embarrassing experience. This is a very serious charge that may affect many important areas of your life, including your career, reputation and privilege to drive. When charged with a DUI, an individual is faced with the overwhelming task of dealing with not only a court of law, but also with the Washington State Department of Licensing. If you have not requested an administrative hearing with the Department of Licensing, please see our Free Resources section for vital, time sensitive information. It is critical to have an attorney that possesses the knowledge necessary to aggressively defend your case. It is particularly important that he or she understands how the prosecution handles these cases in our local court system.
3. Adam Moore: A conviction on DUI/DWI charges will result in fines, driver's license suspension or revocation, and possibly jail. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge, you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. Consulting an experienced attorney ... can make all the difference.
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