“Pre-trial release” occurs when someone arrested for a crime is released from jail while his/her trial is pending. While issues relating to pre-trial release can sometimes be difficult to understand, it is critical that those charged with a crime know their rights when it comes to when they can be released from custody. Please know [...]
Most people know that driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime under Washington law. It is also an offense, though, for a motorist to drive a vehicle while under the influence of drugs (e.g., marijuana or cocaine). Prosecutors treat drug DUI charges quite seriously. This means it is critical for a person charged [...]
Theft offenses are those that involve the stealing or possession of property that belongs to someone else. Some common examples include: shoplifting, burglary, possession of stolen property, and vehicle theft. These types of crimes can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. The decision about what charge is brought is largely based on [...]
Prosecutors and courts treat domestic violence crimes seriously in Washington State. The term “domestic violence” is generally used to refer to violent acts committed by one family or household member against another or one intimate partner against another. If a domestic violence crime is charged, then the court has the authority to issue a “no [...]
Manslaughter is a separate and distinct crime than the offense of murder. Unlike murder, manslaughter does not require a defendant to have acted with premeditation or an intent to kill. Rather, a person commits the offense if he or she kills another person while acting with “criminal negligence.” A conviction of the crime can bring [...]
Like the crime of murder (either first degree or second degree), manslaughter involves the taking of a person’s life. Unlike murder, though, the offense does not involve premeditation or the intentional killing of a victim. Manslaughter in the first degree, rather, involves a person “recklessly” causing the death of another. The crime is a serious [...]
As most of us know, George Perry Floyd Jr. was a Black American man killed in May of this year during an arrest in Minneapolis, MN. The event was a tragedy that sparked countless protests throughout our country in the support of civil rights, the Black Lives Matter movement (“BLM”), and legislation to prevent and [...]
A charge of second degree murder is life altering. The crime is one of the most serious offenses under Washington law and a conviction can lead to a life in prison. An allegation of committing this crime demands the assistance of a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney. The lawyers at Black & Askerov have [...]
First degree murder charges represent the most serious allegations that a defendant can face under Washington law. A conviction for the offense can mean a life spent in prison. Persons facing these charges need an advocate on their side that will fight for them every step of the way. The lawyers at Black & Askerov [...]
Trafficking stolen property is generally an offense that happens after there has been a theft of property. The crime is serious and can result in a prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of $20,000. If you or a loved has been charged with this offense, it is critical that you contact a skilled [...]
