In Washington, people can be charged with a felony for driving under the influence alcohol if they have four or more similar offenses on their record within the previous 10 years. Although any drunk driving conviction carries serious consequences, the stakes are significantly higher when a felony is involved. For example, the abilities to vote or own a firearm are generally revoked.
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Threats of violence in school are always taken very seriously. Even when a student makes an off-hand remark or a comment in the heat of the moment, it could result in very serious consequences. As a result, a young person could face years of legal challenges if they are involved in this kind of scenario.
