Search and Seizure Case Update

Search and Seizure Case Update   The Washington Court of Appeals Division II, recently decided a case concerning a person’s right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures.  Likewise, Washington’s own constitution has a similar protection that is even … Read more

Prosecutors Start Dismissing Marijuana Charges

Prosecutors Start Dismissing Marijuana Charges [custom_frame_right] [/custom_frame_right] Misdemeanor Possession Charges Being Dismissed Prosecutors around Washington have begun dismissing misdemeanor marijuana charges that fall within the requirements of the new law. Although the new law, Initiative 502, does not officially go into effect until December 6, 2012, we have been getting dismissals early. Here in Clark … Read more

New Marijuana DUI Law

New Marijuana DUI Law New Per Se THC Standard Measure 502, Washington’s initiative that decriminalizes and regulates the sale and use of marijuana, establishes a new standard for charging DUIs based on marijuana use. Typically, anyone charges with a DUI is being charged for consuming too much alcohol before driving. Washington’s DUI law RCW 46.61.502, … Read more

Marijuana Initiative Passes in Washington

Marijuana Initiative Passes in Washington Washington Initiative 502 Washington Initiative 502 passed last night with overwhelming support. The new law will allow people 21 years and older to legally carry up to an ounce of marijuana and it will establish a system of regulated and licensed businesses that can legally sell marijuana. Supporters of the … Read more