For years, the legal limit for blood-alcohol content for drivers in Washington State has been .08 percent. Indeed, 48 other states have adopted this as the definition of drunk driving. But some lawmakers in the state Senate want to change the law to a tougher...
Today, there is much controversy over gun rights. Many believe that no one should have these weapons, but the Constitution assures the people that they have the right to bear arms. Some states have very strict gun laws, and individuals can lose their rights to own and...
Domestic violence is a broad term that refers to any number of behaviors that take place between partners, including physical, sexual, psychological and emotional abuse of various forms. There can be some overlap between a charge of domestic violence and assault in...
Washington State defines domestic abuse very broadly. Within the definition is the inclusion of inflicting physical harm through action or inflicting the fear of injury or harm to a family member or individual of the same household. The law requires law enforcement to...
Most drivers have likely at least heard of DUI checkpoints before, even if they have not encountered one. What are these checkpoints? And why do they pose something potentially controversial? Defining a checkpoint LifeSafer looks at DUI checkpoints and their purpose....
In the state of Washington, a conviction for a felony crime will result in a loss of your right to own or possess guns and firearms. You will regain your civil rights upon satisfying all sentence conditions and filing a Certificate of Discharge with the court....
If you are facing DUI charges in Washington for "sleeping it off" in your car, you probably have questions about your situation and what your rights are. Here are some answers to the questions you may have about Washington State DUI law. Can I get a DUI for "sleeping...
Washington state takes domestic violence very seriously. Once someone files a domestic abuse complaint, police officers in some jurisdictions have the authority to make an arrest within four hours if they establish probable cause. Sometimes, they can even do this...
Making mistakes is part of growing up. Unfortunately, when those mistakes involve alcohol the stakes can be too high Young people convicted of driving under the influence in the state of Washington face criminal charges, jail time and other penalties. But a conviction...
U.S. law presumes all citizens are innocent until proven guilty. In the state of Washington, criminal defendants have a right to post bail after an arrest and await trial at home unless the charge is a violent or capital crime. If you are out on bail, you are free to...