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8:00 pm 11/10/22

Can Driving Drunk in Washington Result in a Federal Offense?

By |2023-03-08T04:07:39+00:00November 10th, 2022|DUI Defense|Comments Off on Can Driving Drunk in Washington Result in a Federal Offense?

It can. The most common way in which a DUI in Washington can result in a federal offense is if you were driving under the influence on federal property (for example, a U.S. military installation). A DUI under federal law is most often charged as a misdemeanor and can result in time in federal prison. [...]

8:51 pm 11/02/22

Organized Retail Theft in Washington

By |2022-11-03T22:07:04+00:00November 2nd, 2022|Theft|Comments Off on Organized Retail Theft in Washington

Washington’s organized retail theft law makes it a crime for you to steal property from an establishment and do so while working with another person. The crime is a serious felony offense that can result in 10 years in state prison. Please contact a criminal defense attorney now if you are facing charges of a [...]

12:30 pm 10/30/22

What is a Federal Crime?

By |2022-10-30T19:46:20+00:00October 30th, 2022|Federal Crimes, White Collar/Fraud|Comments Off on What is a Federal Crime?

Many criminal defense firms state that they represent clients on federal charges, but few have the experience and focus on federal criminal defense that Black & Askerov does. People charged with a crime should know that criminal offenses can be categorized as federal offenses and state offenses, and should ensure that they hire a lawyer [...]

6:59 pm 10/27/22

Controlled Substances Homicide in Washington

By |2022-10-30T19:16:57+00:00October 27th, 2022|Drug Crimes, Violent Crimes|Comments Off on Controlled Substances Homicide in Washington

Under Washington law, you commit the crime of controlled substances homicide if you unlawfully deliver a controlled substance to a person, and he/she dies after using it. The offense is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) that can result in up to 10 years in state prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense [...]

1:49 am 10/20/22

Forged Prescription for a Controlled Substance Under Washington Law

By |2022-10-30T19:15:06+00:00October 20th, 2022|Drug Crimes|Comments Off on Forged Prescription for a Controlled Substance Under Washington Law

Washington law makes it a crime for any person to forge a prescription for a controlled substance. Prosecutors file the offense as a felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) and a conviction could result in up to two years in prison. Please contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now if you are facing any type [...]

7:13 pm 10/12/22

When is Murder a Federal Offense?

By |2022-10-13T04:05:53+00:00October 12th, 2022|Violent Crimes|Comments Off on When is Murder a Federal Offense?

While the crime of murder is typically charged at the state level, there are certain cases where it is charged under the federal laws of the U.S. An example is when a federal judge is killed. If a federal crime, murder can lead to decades in federal prison and even the death penalty. Please consult [...]

9:28 pm 10/06/22

Washington Law and Prescription Drug DUI

By |2022-10-11T04:47:42+00:00October 6th, 2022|DUI Defense|Comments Off on Washington Law and Prescription Drug DUI

“Prescription drug DUI” refers to the crime in Washington where you drive or operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of a prescription medication (for example, Xanax or Vicodin). This form of DUI is a misdemeanor offense punishable by up to one year in jail. If you were arrested for DUI, please contact a [...]

8:45 pm 09/27/22

Washington Hate Crimes

By |2022-10-05T02:23:25+00:00September 27th, 2022|Legal Terms/General Issues, Uncategorized, Violent Crimes|Comments Off on Washington Hate Crimes

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, [...]

7:01 pm 09/21/22

Taking a Motor Vehicle in the 1st Degree in Washington

By |2022-10-05T02:21:46+00:00September 21st, 2022|Theft|Comments Off on Taking a Motor Vehicle in the 1st Degree in Washington

Under Washington law, it’s a crime if you take someone else's vehicle without that person’s  consent and then do certain other things with it (like change the vehicle’s appearance or remove its parts).  Taking a vehicle in the first degree is a serious felony offense that is punishable by up to 10 years in state [...]

4:30 pm 09/14/22

Federal Offense of Selling Counterfeit Merchandise

By |2022-09-14T21:53:39+00:00September 14th, 2022|Federal Crimes|Comments Off on Federal Offense of Selling Counterfeit Merchandise

It is a federal offense to sell or distribute counterfeit merchandise. The crime can result in severe penalties, including prison time and serious fines. If you are facing charges involving counterfeit merchandise, it is critical to contact a skilled criminal defense attorney now for help. What is the Federal Crime of Selling Counterfeit Merchandise? 18 [...]

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