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Is Jail Mandatory for DUI Offenses in Washington State?

Understanding Mandatory Minimums and Alternatives Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Washington State, carrying strict penalties that can significantly impact your life. One of the most pressing concerns for individuals facing a DUI charge is whether jail time is mandatory. This blog will explore the mandatory

Upcoming Changes to DUI Laws in Washington State for 2024

In the latest legislative session, Washington state has passed House Bill 1493, introducing significant changes to DUI laws. These amendments will affect both first-time offenders and those facing felony DUI charges. Here’s a detailed look

New DUI Laws in 2022

On January 1, 2022, the State of Washington will enact new laws related to DUI sentencing. These laws give the judge more flexibility when sentencing on DUIs with the mandatory minimum laws in Washington. First

CDL Driver Charged with DUI Keeps License

Client is a commercial truck driver with a CDL license and was charged with DUI in Clark County WA. Client was pulled over on I-5 freeway and arrested for DUI after a night out drinking.

DUI Accident Reduce to Reckless Driving

DUI Accident Reduce to Reckless Driving Client was charged with a DUI after getting into an accident with another vehicle in the middle of the night. The client was taken by ambulance to a nearby

DUI Charge Dismissed

DUI Charge Dismissed   Client was charged with DUI when she was pulled over on SR 500 for weaving in her lane and driving too slow for traffic.  The police officers found evidence of alcohol

DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving

Client was facing a minimum of 45 days jail and 90 days house arrest on his second DUI in seven years. Client was pulled over for lane travel violations and an illegal turn. He was

Deferred Prosecution for Mental Health Issues

Deferred Prosecution is a program available to those charged with misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor crimes in Washington. RCW Chapter 10.05 lays out the framework for the program. The program allows a defendant to avoid a

New DUI Laws for June 2016

New DUI Laws for 2016 The Washington State Legislature has passed two new bills that further increase penalties for DUIs.  Over the past few years Washington has created more aggressive laws to punish DUI offenders

Marijuana DUI Statistics

Marijuana DUI Statistics After the passage of the marijuana initiative in Washington last year, there has been a record number of marijuana DUI arrests. Statistics released by the Washington State Patrol show that in the

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