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Vigorous Cross-Examination Leads To Dismissal

Our client’s legal odyssey began in 2020 with allegations of rape and child molestation. Victory Legal took over the case in the summer of 2024, and proceeded to trial on October 21, 2024. Jury selection took several days. Before opening statements began, the Jessica Gill-Sekhon and Mark A. Kaiman re-interviewed the alleged victim, who completely changed her story. New details were added that had never been heard before. Key events in the timeline were changed and embellished. Outstanding trial preparation and a vigorous cross-examination during the interview won the day for our client. The prosecution realized that they could never prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt, and moved to dismiss the case the following morning. Because a jury was empaneled, double jeopardy attached and our client can never be re-tried for the same crimes.

Client Case Dismissal on First Ammendment

Our client was charged with Obstructing a Law Enforcement officer because the police didn’t like being criticized at a traffic stop. The First Amendment of the United States Constitution stands as a guardian protecting citizens against criminal prosecution when exercising their constitutional right to speak, to witness and engage in the political process, and to criticize governmental activities. The law prohibiting Obstructing a Law Enforcement Officer cannot be used to limit a citizen’s criticism, even if it is abusive criticism, directed at police officers. Mark A. Kaiman and Victory Legal sprang into action and brought a motion to dismiss arguing that under the law, the prosecution couldn’t prove the elements of crime at trial. Our client’s vital First Amendment rights were upheld, and the case was dismissed.

Client Charged with Assault 4th Acquitted

Sometimes the police just get it wrong. At Victory Legal, we get it done right. Our client was charged with driving without a required ignition interlock device, but some good old fashioned investigative work by Mark A. Kaiman and the staff and Victory Legal proved beyond any doubt that the police didn’t read our client abstract of driving record (ADR) correctly. Their confusion resulted in a criminal charge that could never have been proven in court, and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case. Our client avoided jail time and adverse Dept. of Licensing consequences.

Police Error Leads to Client’s Case Dismissed!

Sometimes the police just get it wrong. At Victory Legal, we get it done right. Our client was charged with driving without a required ignition interlock device, but some good old fashioned investigative work by Mark A. Kaiman and the staff and Victory Legal proved beyond any doubt that the police didn’t read our client abstract of driving record (ADR) correctly. Their confusion resulted in a criminal charge that could never have been proven in court, and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case. Our client avoided jail time and adverse Dept. of Licensing consequences.

Attorney Adrian Madrone Earns 5-Stars for Criminal Defense Case

LKM Criminal Defense Lawyer Adrian Madrone recently received an excellent review received from criminal defense client’s parents. His review is posted to Avvo.com, the world’s leading online legal services marketplace. Avvo is a legal marketing website that rates lawyers and allows potential clients to post legal questions and receive replies from participating lawyers. And it […]

DUI Stop: Can Drivers Refuse a Breathalyzer Test

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Rules for Breathalyzer Testing During a DUI Stop. It may surprise you to learn, that in Washington State, there is no law requiring drivers to submit to breathalyzer testing at any time during a DUI traffic stop. However, there are some incidental ramifications that a driver could face from choosing to decline breathalyzer testing. What […]

Under Arrest by The Police? What is an Arrest and What are Your Rights?

“You’re under arrest!” We often see arrests on TV and see it depicted in movies. And if you have ever had those words spoken to you by a law enforcement officer, you know how ominous and chilling they are. But most people do not realize that the police power of arresting people can only be […]

Washington Criminal Law 101: What is a Felony Offense?

People often ask us, what is a felony offense? What will happen if I am convicted of a felony offense? What can be done to prevent being convicted of a felony offense? First off, a felony offense in Washington State is a serious crime for which the punishment may be more than one year in […]

DUI Defense: Washington State Now Has Toughest DUI Laws Anywhere

Having an excellent DUI Defense in Washington may have just got more important as on On March 31, 2016, Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill that will double the maximum fine and prison sentence for a felony-level driving under the influence conviction. Earlier this month, he also raised the punishments for vehicular assaults and […]

Students: Act Smartly and Know Your Rights in Any Police Encounter

Act Smartly and Know Your Rights in any Police Encounter. We begin with debunking six common myths among college age students with regard to criminal law and criminal procedure. 1. MYTH: The police must automatically read Miranda rights and warnings to you as soon as you are placed under arrest. FACT: No, in the State […]

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 […]