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 [...]
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 [...]
The unlawful issuance of checks or drafts is a Washington crime involving the fraudulent writing of checks or bank drafts. Depending on the facts of the case, the offense can lead to felony charges punishable by up to five years in prison. If you or a loved one is facing charges of a crime involving [...]
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 [...]
You commit the Washington crime of theft of a motor vehicle if you steal a car or some other type of vehicle. People accused of this offense will face a felony charge (as opposed to a misdemeanor charge) punishable by up to 10 years in prison. If you or a loved one has been charged [...]
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 [...]
People in Washington commit the crime of aggravated DUI if they operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .15% or higher. People guilty of aggravated DUI will receive steeper DUI penalties than normally imposed for DUIs involving a BAC of below .15%. If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated, [...]
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 [...]
Blackmail is the crime where you demand money from another person in exchange for not reporting something or to keep something a secret. The crime can be charged as a misdemeanor offense in federal court and lead to a prison term of up to one year. If you or a loved one is facing a [...]
