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Did the Supreme Court Just Undercut Washington’s DUI Gun Ban? Reading Hemani Against McLellan and Holloway

Two firearm rights rulings came down within a week of each other this June, one from the U.S. Supreme Court and one from the Washington Supreme Court, and they do not sit easily together. If you read them side by side, the reasoning the U.S. Supreme Court used to unanimously

Washington Supreme Court Rules Two DUIs Can Cost You Your Gun Rights

On June 12, 2026, the Washington State Supreme Court issued a significant ruling that anyone with a DUI conviction — or facing one — needs to understand. In a narrow 5-4 decision, the court held

Assault 4 Domestic Violence — Dismissed | Clark County, WA

Our client was arrested and charged with Assault in the Fourth Degree Domestic Violence after an altercation with his live-in girlfriend. The incident was further complicated by the fact that the couple’s minor daughter was

Washington’s DUI Blood Testing Law Just Changed. Here’s What That Means If You’re Facing a Charge.

In April 2026, Washington quietly passed a law that changes how DUI blood samples get tested. It sounds procedural. But if you’re facing a DUI charge, it’s actually worth understanding — because it opens up

How to Avoid a Washington License Suspension for Too Many Tickets – New 2026 Law

If you have picked up a few traffic tickets in Washington and are worried about losing your license, there is good news. Starting April 1, 2026, a new Washington law gives drivers a way to

Do I Have to Reinstall My Ignition Interlock if My Deferred Prosecution Is Revoked in Washington?

If you are on a deferred prosecution for a Washington DUI and things go sideways, one of the first questions people ask is what happens to the ignition interlock. Do you have to start over?

Major 2026 Changes to Washington DUI Laws: Felony Penalties, Sentencing Options, and Lookback Period

Washington’s DUI laws are changing significantly on January 1, 2026. These updates primarily affect how severe offenses, such as Felony DUI, are charged and sentenced. As a Washington DUI defense attorney, I’ve broken down the

Washington’s New DUI Law in 2026: Second Deferred Prosecution and What It Means for You

Starting January 1, 2026, Washington’s DUI laws change in several important ways under Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1493 (ESHB 1493). One of the biggest shifts is that some drivers will now be eligible for a

Washington’s New Gun Laws Take Effect July 1: What Firearms Dealers and Owners Need to Know

Washington State's sweeping new gun laws take effect July 1, 2025, imposing costly compliance requirements on firearms dealers and creating new barriers for gun owners. From mandatory surveillance systems to million-dollar insurance requirements, these regulations

Can You Vacate a Reckless or Negligent Driving Conviction Reduced from DUI in Washington?

If your Reckless or Negligent Driving conviction in Washington came from a reduced DUI, you may be eligible to vacate it after 10 years. Learn the legal requirements and how to clear your record.

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