Criminal Defense

Shoplifting might sound like a minor crime – slipping something into your pocket and walking away. However, under state law, shoplifting charges are a misdemeanor or even a felony, meaning not only might you have to pay fines and perform community service if convicted, but you may also have to serve jail time. The severity…

The federal government and the State of Washington both have criminal forfeiture laws. The essence of these laws is that if you commit certain crimes, the government may be able to seize some of your property – if there’s reason to believe that property was used in connection with any criminal activity. For example, if…

There are three primary types of criminal offenses; felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. Criminal offense classifications are separated from each other by the seriousness of the offense and the punishment someone convicted can receive. In the U.S., every citizen charged with a criminal offense has the right to representation. But what does a criminal defense attorney do?…