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12:17 am 02/13/25

Understanding Washington’s Drug Offender Sentencing Alternative (DOSA) – Residential

By |2025-02-18T00:22:40+00:00February 13th, 2025|Drug Crimes|Comments Off on Understanding Washington’s Drug Offender Sentencing Alternative (DOSA) – Residential

Washington's Drug Offender Sentencing Alternative (DOSA) provides eligible individuals convicted of drug-related offenses with an opportunity for treatment instead of lengthy incarceration. The program aims to reduce recidivism by addressing substance abuse issues through structured rehabilitation. DOSA has two primary forms: prison-based DOSA and residential DOSA. The below focuses on residential DOSA, which is a [...]

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8:07 pm 02/06/25

What is Community Custody in Washington?

By |2025-02-07T20:16:51+00:00February 6th, 2025|Legal Terms/General Issues|Comments Off on What is Community Custody in Washington?

Community custody is a form of supervision imposed by the Washington Department of Corrections (DOC) as part of an offender’s sentence. It functions similarly to probation or parole but applies specifically to certain felony offenders after their release from prison or as a direct sentence alternative. This period of supervision ensures compliance with court-imposed conditions [...]

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7:51 pm 01/30/25

Federal Law on Falsely Claiming Citizenship

By |2025-01-31T03:37:30+00:00January 30th, 2025|Federal Crimes|Comments Off on Federal Law on Falsely Claiming Citizenship

Federal criminal laws make it a crime for you to falsely claim U.S. citizenship. As an example, you're guilty of this offense if you claim to be a citizen to a U.S. Customs official when entering the U.S. Falsely claiming citizenship is a serious federal offense that can result in deportation or a finding of [...]

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6:02 pm 01/23/25

Commercial DUI Under Washington Law

By |2025-01-27T20:16:31+00:00January 23rd, 2025|DUI Defense|Comments Off on Commercial DUI Under Washington Law

Under Washington law, a commercial DUI is when a commercial driver’s license (CDL) holder operates a commercial vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.04 or higher. A commercial DUI is a serious crime that could lead to a life-long suspension of a person's CDL. [...]

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6:00 pm 01/09/25

What is Felony DUI Under Washington Law?

By |2025-01-31T03:38:20+00:00January 9th, 2025|DUI Defense|Comments Off on What is Felony DUI Under Washington Law?

There are certain circumstances under Washington law in which a driving under the influence (DUI) charge might lead to a felony conviction (for example, if the conviction is your fourth DUI conviction). A felony DUI conviction can result in serious consequences, including a state prison sentence of up to 10 years. Please contact a skilled [...]

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7:06 pm 01/02/25

Understanding the Special Sex Offender Sentencing Alternative (SSOSA) Under Washington Law

By |2025-01-28T02:36:33+00:00January 2nd, 2025|Sex Crimes|Comments Off on Understanding the Special Sex Offender Sentencing Alternative (SSOSA) Under Washington Law

Washington’s criminal justice system includes several programs aimed at rehabilitation, one of which is the Special Sex Offender Sentencing Alternative (SSOSA). This program provides eligible offenders with a sentencing option that emphasizes treatment over incarceration. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you or a loved one has been convicted of any type [...]

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10:36 pm 12/26/24

Federal Criminal Law on Tampering with Court Records and “False Bail”

By |2025-01-31T03:39:53+00:00December 26th, 2024|Federal Crimes|Comments Off on Federal Criminal Law on Tampering with Court Records and “False Bail”

The federal laws of the U.S. say that it is a crime if you tamper with court records or falsely represent yourself as a surety to post bail on behalf of a defendant. The crimes are felony offenses (as opposed to misdemeanors) are punishable by substantial fines and up to five years in federal prison. [...]

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12:08 am 12/20/24

Washington Law on Sexual Misconduct With a Minor in the Second Degree

By |2025-01-31T03:41:56+00:00December 20th, 2024|Sex Crimes, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Washington Law on Sexual Misconduct With a Minor in the Second Degree

Washington law says that you are generally guilty of sexual misconduct with a minor in the second degree if you have sexual contact with a minor and you are in a supervisory relationship with that person. The crime is charged as a misdemeanor (as opposed to a felony) and a conviction can result in up [...]

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5:00 pm 12/12/24

Washington Law on Sexual Misconduct with a Minor in the First Degree

By |2025-01-31T03:44:11+00:00December 12th, 2024|Sex Crimes, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Washington Law on Sexual Misconduct with a Minor in the First Degree

Under Washington law, you are generally guilty of sexual misconduct with a minor in the first degree if you have sexual intercourse with a minor and you are in a supervisory relationship with that person. The crime is charged as a felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) and a conviction can result in up to [...]

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6:10 pm 12/05/24

What is the First-Time Offender Waiver Under Washington Law?

By |2025-01-31T03:45:47+00:00December 5th, 2024|Legal Terms/General Issues|Comments Off on What is the First-Time Offender Waiver Under Washington Law?

In Washington, individuals facing their first felony conviction (as opposed to a misdemeanor conviction) may have an opportunity to avoid some of the harsh penalties associated with a conviction through the First-Time Offender Waiver (FTOW). This provision, set forth under RCW 9.94A.650, offers eligible offenders a chance for leniency while addressing their rehabilitation needs. Please [...]

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