Seeking a Sexual Assault Protection Order (SAPO)?
What is a Sexual Assault Protection Order (SAPO)? A Sexual Assault Protection Order (SAPO), is a restraining order issued by a judge that makes it a crime for a sexual perpetrator to have contact with the victim of sexual assault or abuse.
Why having a Last Will and Testament is so Important.
Last Will and Testament: the legal document you probably never realized you needed. Many people do not realize that having a current Last Will and Testament is arguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. Not only can it legally protect your spouse, children, and your assets, but […]
Got a Traffic Ticket? What You Need to Know About Fighting It.
Local law enforcement is planning a crackdown on speeding. What will you do if you get a traffic ticket? We can help. On Sunday, July 31st, the Bellingham Herald reported that Whatcom County law enforcement is conducting emphasis patrols on speeding from August 5th through Sunday, August 7th. When emphasis patrols are announced, we usually get questions about […]
Attorney Adrian M. Madrone Earns Client’s High Praise For Recent DUI Defense Work
LKM Defense Team member Adrian M. Madrone was recently honored with a client’s high praise which was posted on, Avvo.com, the world’s foremost online legal services marketplace. Avvo is a legal marketing website which rates lawyers. It allows clients to locate the highest ranked legal providers to suit their needs. Read the client’s high praise […]
Law Podcast – What Is An Opening Statement?
Law Podcast – Jury Trial: What Is An Opening Statement. Attorney Adrian M. Madrone has teamed up with Law Professor Julie A. Helling’s acclaimed Internet Podcast Series Justice On Trial. In this episode, Adrian discusses trial procedure and explains what an opening statement is and why they are important. Adrian uses an example of an […]
Legal Question: Arrest Warrants
Would the Department of Licensing call the police if I have a arrest warrant and went in for an ID Card? What is an Arrest Warrant? Arrest warrants are issued by judges when a person is wanted by the police for the commission of a serious crime. Arrest warrants can also be issued when a […]
Legal Question: Negligent Driving 2d on My Record
I had a recent Bellingham DUI charge amended down to a Negligent Driving 2nd degree. I think I can have it expunged in Washington State, but will I still have an arrest record with the FBI now? The answer is yes. Although the offense of Negligent Driving 2nd degree is a non-criminal traffic infraction (contrast this […]