Criminal Law

Are you facing criminal charges?

If you are facing misdemeanor or felony criminal charges, the choices you make in defending your case may significantly impact your future. You need a criminal defense attorney who will help you understand your options and will provide you with honest legal advice and aggressive advocacy in court.

We’ve got your back

Hiring a lawyer who has extensive experience in criminal law can make a big difference to your case. But it is also important to find an attorney you know you can trust to fight for you. Your reputation—and sometimes your freedom—is on the line.

We are thorough. We are prepared. We are results-driven.

Our reputation for success in criminal law makes us one of the leading practices in the Tri-Cities area. We have helped thousands of clients get their lives back.

When you work with our legal team, you can expect dedicated legal representation from start to finish. Our attorneys have experience on both sides of the aisle, so we know what it takes to win criminal defense cases.

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We Have Experience Defending Criminal Charges

If you are faced any of the following charges, our attorneys have the experience needed to defend you to the fullest.

Driving Offenses:

  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
  • Reckless Driving
  • Negligent Driving
  • Hit and Run
  • Driving While License Suspended (DWLS)

Crimes Against Person:

  • Assault
  • Reckless Endangerment
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Harassment

Property Crimes:

  • Theft
  • Shoplifting
  • Criminal Trespass
  • Robbery
  • Burglary
  • Possession of Stolen Property

Crimes Against Government Order:

  • Obstructing a Public Servant
  • Resisting Arrest
  • False Reporting
  • Escape
  • Bail Jumping
  • Violation of Protection Order / No Contact Order

Drug and Alcohol Charges:

  • Minor in Possession or Consumption (MIP / MIC)
  • Possession of Controlled Substance

Firearm Charges:

  • Unlawful Possession of Firearm

Department of Licensing / Driver’s License Issues

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Vacating Felony and Misdemeanor Convictions

If you have an old misdemeanor or felony conviction and have completed all of the terms and conditions of your sentence, you may qualify to have your conviction vacated. Vacating a criminal conviction means you will be released from all penalties resulting from the conviction, and can report on any employment application and for all other purposes that you have never been convicted of that crime. If you need help cleaning up an old conviction call us today to determine if you qualify.
 

Restoration of Firearm Rights

Some criminal convictions will result in the loss of your right to own or possess firearms. However, your right to be bear arms may be restored by a court of record, but that process is not automatic. If you qualify, you must file a petition in the Superior Court to restore your firearm rights. This is not something you want to guess at. We handle all of our firearm rights restoration cases on a flat fee basis. Call us today to determine if you qualify.
 

Sealing Juvenile Court Records

If you were convicted as a juvenile, you may be eligible to seal your court records. Sealing your records means that potential employers or anyone else who conducts a Washington State Patrol background check will be unable to see any information regarding prior juvenile convictions. This law gives juveniles an opportunity to get a fresh start. Call us to determine if you qualify.
 

Expunging Criminal History Records

For certain criminal history records, such as a dismissal following an arrest, you may be able to expunge or delete non-conviction data. Expungement refers only to the criminal history records, and not to the court records. However, for many people, when you are applying for a job or an apartment it is the background check that matters most.