It is a criminal offense under Washington law for you to harass another person over the telephone. The crime is a gross misdemeanor that can result in a year-long jail term and several thousands of dollars in fines. If you or a loved one is facing a harassment charge, please contact a criminal defense attorney [...]
Washington law makes it a crime for you to make or possess motor vehicle theft tools, like slim jims or lock pullers. The crime can lead to gross misdemeanor charges punishable by up to a year in jail. If you are facing any type of vehicle theft charge in Washington, please contact a skilled criminal [...]
Voyeurism is the crime where you essentially spy on another person for sexual purposes and do so when the other person believes he or she has a right to privacy. A prosecutor can charge voyeurism as either a felony or misdemeanor depending on the facts of your case. If you or a loved one is [...]
Washington’s criminal laws say that you are guilty of disorderly conduct if you intentionally engage in disruptive behavior in some situations. Disorderly conduct is a misdemeanor offense that can lead to months in county jail. Please speak with a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you are facing any type of misdemeanor charge. What is [...]
Washington law makes it a crime if you perform certain criminal acts against someone because of that person’s attributes or make-up (for example, the person’s race or religion). Hate crimes are serious felonies in Washington punishable by confinement in state prison for several years. If you are facing criminal charges under Washington or federal law, [...]
You are guilty of a crime in Washington if you intentionally take a vehicle without the permission of the owner. The offense is often referred to as “joyriding.” The crime is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) that can lead to a jail term of up to five years. If you or a [...]
Under Washington law, you are guilty of a crime if you possess a stolen vehicle. The offense is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) that is punishable by up to a decade in state prison. Please contact a criminal defense lawyer now if you are facing criminal charges. What is the Crime of [...]
U.S. federal criminal laws make it a crime for a felon to possess a firearm. A violation of these laws is a felony offense punishable by years in state prison. If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges involving a firearm, contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer today for help. Can a Felon [...]
In general, you commit the crime of graffiti if you tag graffiti on public or private property without the owner’s consent. The offense is a gross misdemeanor under Washington law that could lead to custody in county jail for up to one year. If you or a loved one is facing a graffiti charge, please [...]
Promoting prostitution in the second degree is a serious crime under Washington law. People commit this offense if they profit from or advance prostitution. The crime is a felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) punishable by up to five years in state prison. If you or a loved one is facing a prostitution charge, it [...]
