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Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is one of the most serious charges you can face in Washington. People are put in jail every day for domestic violence. In fact, if you are charged with a crime of domestic violence you have probably already been arrested, taken to jail and likely held overnight if not longer. Domestic violence is the only non-felony crime in Washington where the police are required by law to take someone to jail.
The term "domestic violence" does not in itself signify a crime. In other words, there is no such thing as simply being charged with "domestic violence" in the state of Washington.
Instead, "domestic violence" is a designation that serves as an enhancement to several other crimes when they are alleged to have been committed by one "family or household member" against another.
Theft
If you have been charged with theft or a theft related crime in Lynnwood, or anywhere else in Washington state, it is probably a frightening time for you right now. You may have been stopped by security, contacted by the police, or even arrested. You likely have no experience with the system and have never been in trouble before. You may wonder if you are going to go to jail, lose your job, or end up with a criminal record. Well, rest assured that an experienced Lynnwood theft attorney can put your mind at ease and help you attempt to avoid those terrible consequences.
In order to form the best defense, your case should be evaluated by a criminal defense attorney without delay. Don't risk your freedom when it comes to choosing the right criminal defense lawyer.
Shoplifting
Theft crimes involving property of a value of more than $750 are considered a felony in Washington State. Even if you actually did what they are accusing you of, you may still be able to keep a felony theft off of your record. Some counties offer adult diversion or drug court options. These are not easy to get into. If we are able to get you into one of these programs, (Snohomish County has a program called TAP for example) you may be able to keep from going to jail or even being convicted.
If you are charged with any felony theft, such as Theft 1, Theft 2, Possession of Stolen Property, or Burglary, the best thing to do is to contact a Lynnwood theft crime lawyer at 425-318-1846 right away so we can see what steps we need to take immediately to give you the best chance for success.
Criminal Defense
Finding the right attorney can be difficult, especially when you're dealing with something as potentially life-changing as a criminal charge or even informal allegations. In these cases, you need a competent legal professional that you can rely upon to provide you with the hard-hitting counsel you will require every step of the way. You need The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear on your side.
As Lynnwood criminal defense attorneys who have been working in this field for years, we know how to provide our clients with the defense representation they need. Our firm includes a former prosecutor, Attorney Lance Fryrear; we know how to use our experience on the "other side" to provide counsel that is that much more effective in protecting our clients' freedom.
Misdemeanors
If your child has been arrested and charged with a crime, it could seriously impact his or her future. Contact an experienced Lynnwood criminal defense lawyer immediately to protect your child's rights. With juvenile crime, every attempt is usually made to keep the proceedings in the juvenile court system where the emphasis is on rehabilitation and treatment.
Depending on the circumstances of the offenses, however, your child could be moved up to face the charges as an adult. The penalties then become much more severe as they are the same as designated by law for an adult.
Harassment
Harassment charges can be very complicated. Harassment is often verbal and is subject to the victim's emotions and interpretation; you may be charged with making a threat that you did not even realize could be interpreted as such. In addition, the victim must also have reasonable fear that the threat will be carried out. Once you have been notified or have heard that a charge of harassment has been made against you, you should speak to an experienced and qualified domestic violence defense attorney in Washington.
In Washington State, the courts are very reluctant to go easy on defendants charged with harassment and penalties may include significant jail time and large fine amounts. However, the prosecutor has to prove that you did indeed commit the harassment as charged. Therefore, you need someone who knows what it takes to contest these kinds of charges. At The Law Offices of Lance Fryrear, we have the familiarity and know-how to develop the most effective defense possible on your behalf.
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