DUIs are a common occurrence throughout the United States, and many people charged with DUIs believe there is no point in contesting the charges. They take the stand and plead guilty without even talking to a criminal defense lawyer, an ill-advisable choice in all DUI scenarios. Why is DUI repres...
It's no secret that Halloween is one of the biggest drinking holidays of the year. Whether you're planning on taking an Uber or driving yourself this weekend, you must stay safe, and stay smart. Part of that means avoiding a dangerous and costly DUI. In Snohomish County, you can expect to see hea...
Driving while under the influence (DUI) charges only affect a driver of the vehicle; however, some charges impact passengers during DUI arrests. Unfortunately, many passengers are unaware of these potential charges, so everyone who enjoys going out with friends should read this blog in its entire...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 3 traffic fatalities involves an inebriated driver. However, there has been a noticeable decrease in the national rate of fatalities due to the dedicated efforts of various awareness groups and public health decisionmak...
While we trust police to protect us and keep order in our society, the truth of the matter that we learn far too often is that not all officers are completely ethical all the time. And sadly, for a number of people, that unethical conduct has led to false arrests, imprisonment, and situations whe...
In 2014, over a million drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. This is an exceptionally high number, but many of these drivers were never convicted for the crimes they were charged with. In fact, DUI cases are thrown out so regularly that we compiled the to...
If you have been arrested for a DUI in the state of Washington, you may be facing difficult charges. The good news is that the police officer may have made mistakes while stopping you on the road! The following is a list of common mistakes law enforcement make while pulling individuals over for...
Millions of drunk driving arrests are being questioned now that the source code for a police breathalyzer that is widely used in multiple states is being scrutinized by researchers. This is just the latest case of technology having real life consequences on those accused of crimes. The issue in q...
In late July last year, Washington enacted their new distracted driving law, known as an E-DUI: driving under the influence of electronics. Texting or holding a phone to your ear while driving has been illegal in the state for some time now, but you may not be as familiar with the new restriction...
Approximately six years ago, Washington voters passed Initiative 502, legalizing the possession and recreational use of marijuana for those age 21 and over. Now, Seattle's government is taking another major step in this process, moving to vacate low-level marijuana possession convictions. City At...
Recently, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine has published a report outlining a plan for the U.S. government to reduce the number of fatal drunk driving accidents each year. Commissioned by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this panel says the g...
Starting at the beginning of last December, the Lynnwood Police Department began conducting distracted driving emphasis patrols. Distracted driving encompasses anything from changing the radio station to texting while driving. Because police officers will be twice as diligent about catching distr...
In honor of the holiday month, the Lynnwood Municipal Court will be offering a Warrant Amnesty Program for individuals with outstanding warrants. Between December 1 and December 31 the court will allow individuals to clear their warrants without paying a warrant recall fee. If you have an outsta...
With Labor Day approaching, many residents throughout Washington state will be celebrating the unofficial end of summer and the three day weekend. Often, this means celebrating with alcohol – and not always with happy endings. According to statistics, summer months see a sharp increase in alcoho...
In May, a 53-year-old Washington man was arrested for DUI and discovered to have more THC in his system than legally permitted. The legal limit for THC, the active ingredient found in marijuana, is 5 nanograms in the state of Washington. He had 54 times that much. Arrested for an alleged hit-and...
A Seattle-area man recently learned the hard way that you don't have to be drunk in order to be arrested for DUI. Law enforcement arrested him after he crashed his car into a local parking garage and could not smell the odor of intoxicants, but believed him to be under the influence of prescripti...
With American Independence Day coming up on the 4th, many people are already geared up for a fantastic night of bright lights and loud noises. However, before you start lighting up those bad boys, there are a few important facts to consider, including one of the most important: never use firewor...
Washington State University may be the first to develop a breathalyzer that detects marijuana use. Under Washington law, drivers with 5 nanograms of active tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the chemical found in cannabis, in their bloodstream can be prosecuted for driving under the influence (DUI). Cur...
Teen drinking at parties has surged in recent years, leading to a staggering rise in the number of underage drunk-driving arrests, accidents, and fatalities. Many people attribute this sudden increase to the fact that it easier for underage individuals to obtain alcohol than it perhaps has ever b...
Students at Stone High School in Mississippi were recently given a graphic and sobering reminder of the dangers of drunk driving in the days leading up to prom night. Classmates re-enacted the scene of a crash involving a drunk driver, taking steps to make it as close to real-life as possible. Th...
Recently, Washington's governor, Jay Inslee, signed bills designed to halt fatal and severe driving accidents that had been rising in recent years. One bill made it an offense to do almost anything while driving and holding a mobile phone, including texting, using social media, or using the Inter...
A recent report from the Governors Highway Safety Association has shed some light on a growing safety hazard on our roads: drivers intoxicated by drugs are causing more accidents and fatalities than ever before. The problem only gets worse when you consider that many of the drugs which can cause ...
Washington law enforcement may soon have the green light to crack down even harder on potentially-intoxicated drivers. A bill that was introduced into the state House of Representatives on February 1 seeks to lower the legal limit for blood alcohol content from 0.08% to 0.05%, making potentially ...
Did you attend a Super Bowl party this past weekend? If you're like millions of other Americans, you likely did, and you may have noticed a unique looking bag if Tostitos chips were served. Developed by Goodby Silverstein & Partners, this bag has a very small system in it that can detect microsc...
Could a tattoo be what ultimately saves thousands of lives by preventing DUI accidents? Researchers from the University of California San Diego are hoping so. Utilizing a grant from the National Institute of Biomedical Imagine and Bioengineering, the University has developed a small device that ...
Make sure your rights are protected and that you get treated fairly by hiring a qualified attorney with experience handling DUI cases in Washington State. I help DUI defendants protect their rights and ensure fair treatment. The legal system is tricky, but with my guidance, you will understand the full implications of your situation and identify the steps you will need to take next.