A domestic violence conviction carries serious consequences in Washington, including potential restrictions on your right to own or possess firearms. While the law aims to protect victims and prevent future violence, the regulations surrounding firearm ownership after...
The Fourth Amendment protects you from unlawful searches and seizures. This means police cannot search your car without a valid reason. Yet, there are exceptions to this rule. Understanding these exceptions can help you know your rights. Warrantless searches: When are...
Generally, you may possess a loaded firearm in your home, provided you are a law-abiding citizen and comply with local gun laws. However, the presence of children in your home introduces additional concerns and responsibilities. "Safe storage" laws Many states have...
The state of Washington has some of the strictest gun control laws in the United States. While you may or may not have heard of this, a question that often arises is whether individuals need a license to own a gun and whether they can carry it with them anywhere....
Facing a DUI conviction is scary, especially when you have kids and worry about whether this may impact your ability to see them. It is understandable to be concerned if you have shared custody or visitation rights, as it could potentially impact you. The court's...
In the State of Washington, there are special courts dedicated to dealing with DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and domestic violence cases, which individuals may encounter in some circumstances. Not all cases go to these courts, but some do, and for some...
A misdemeanor might seem like a minor offense, but its repercussions can cast a long shadow over your life. While often associated with relatively minor crimes like petty theft or DUI, a misdemeanor conviction can have far-reaching consequences that extend beyond the...
Life throws curveballs, and sometimes, those curveballs can result in the loss of a cherished right: gun ownership. But here in Port Orchard, there is a path to reclaiming that right. For many, exercising Second Amendment rights is a fundamental part of their identity...
The line between simple assault and domestic violence charges is not necessarily clear. The difference matters, because the same set of circumstances could lead to very different punishments, depending on if the alleged victim is a stranger, a relative or what the law...
Maybe an arrest happened after drinking and driving, or an officer caught you in the wrong place at the wrong time. Maybe you made a mistake years ago and are no longer the same person. Whatever the reason for a criminal conviction, you may still find that the arrest...