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.
Five Common Myths of Criminal Cases DeBunked
Criminal case law for non-lawyers can be confusing and complicated, and many people come to believe some odd things. Does my criminal case get dismissed if an officer doesn’t read me Miranda rights? Is eyewitness testimony really evidence? Sometimes the answers are clear and sometimes they are complicated. Rumors and misconceptions do not make it […]
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 […]
Hiring a Lawyer – Keys to Look For.
Are you presently needing to hire a lawyer for a criminal or civil case? For most, hiring a lawyer is a one-time event in their lives, and many people want help in making their selection. Here is brief comment on what you should consider before hiring a lawyer. The Lawyer’s Role. Your lawyer is your […]