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Jason Newcombe Lawyer
Location
10700 Meridian Ave Seattle, WA 98133

Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Bankruptcy & Debt, Accident & Injury, Traffic

Jason S. Newcombe Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic Ticket Defense Washington State Attorneys, PLLC | Seattle Office Call (844) 925-2943 https://www.washingtonstateattorneys.com/seattle.html A Proven Seattle Criminal Defense Attorney When the stakes are high and your future is on the line, you want an experienced Seattle defense attorney who has been fighting these cases long enough to know every courtroom, every prosecutor, and every angle of a case. Jason S. Newcombe is that attorney. From the Seattle office of Washington State Attorneys, PLLC, Jason and his team have been defending King County clients against DUI charges, criminal allegations, and traffic tickets for decades, building a proven track record of real results for real people. Jason is a skilled and respected Washington defense attorney who has earned the respect of his peers and of the judges before whom he appears. He holds the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest peer rating available, and has been recognized by Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. More importantly, he has spent more than thirty years earning the trust of Seattle area clients who needed a lawyer they could count on. Call (844) 925-2943 today for a free and confidential consultation. Our Seattle Office Locations Seattle Office: 2319 N 45th St, Suite 215C, Seattle, WA 98103. Phone (206) 624-3644. South King County Office (Tukwila): 16000 Christensen Rd, Suite 304B, Tukwila, WA 98188. Phone (206) 401-9134. Both locations are convenient for clients throughout Seattle, North Seattle, Wallingford, Ballard, Queen Anne, Capitol Hill, downtown Seattle, Tukwila, SeaTac, Burien, and the surrounding King County communities. Decades of King County Courtroom Experience Jason and his team have been handling King County DUI defense, criminal defense, and traffic ticket cases for decades. Over that time, our attorneys have appeared in virtually every courtroom in the county, and that depth of local experience translates directly into better outcomes for our clients. We know the deputy prosecutors. We know the commissioners and the judges. We know the informal customs of each courthouse, what arguments work, what mitigation packages the bench expects, and how to move a case efficiently toward the best available result. Our attorneys regularly appear in all King County District Courts, including the Seattle Courthouse (West Division), the Shoreline Courthouse (West Division), the Bellevue Courthouse (East Division), the Issaquah Courthouse (East Division), the Redmond Courthouse (East Division), the Burien Courthouse (South Division), and the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent (South Division). We also appear in all King County Municipal Courts, including Seattle Municipal Court, Auburn Municipal Court, Bellevue Municipal Court, Black Diamond Municipal Court, Bothell Municipal Court, Des Moines Municipal Court, Enumclaw Municipal Court, Federal Way Municipal Court, Issaquah Municipal Court, Kent Municipal Court, Kirkland Municipal Court, Lake Forest Park Municipal Court, Maple Valley Municipal Court, Mercer Island Municipal Court, Normandy Park Municipal Court, Redmond Municipal Court, Renton Municipal Court, SeaTac Municipal Court, and Tukwila Municipal Court. Serious criminal matters, including felony cases, are heard in King County Superior Court in Seattle and at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, where our attorneys also regularly appear. DUI Defense in Seattle and King County DUI defense has been a cornerstone of Jason's practice since he tried his first DUI case as a prosecutor in 1996. That former prosecutor perspective, combined with decades on the defense side, gives Jason an edge that most defense attorneys simply cannot match. Every Seattle area DUI case has multiple fronts of attack. Was the stop supported by reasonable suspicion? Were the field sobriety tests administered according to NHTSA protocols? Was the Draeger Alcotest 9510 breath test machine properly calibrated, was the operator currently certified, and was the fifteen minute observation period actually conducted? The Draeger has been the subject of serious, sustained scientific and legal challenges by Washington defense attorneys, including source code review findings about breath temperature correction and fuel cell degradation. One urgent point: if you have been arrested for DUI, you have only seven days from the date of arrest to request a Department of Licensing administrative hearing to protect your driver's license. Call (844) 925-2943 right away so we can protect your license while we build your defense. Seattle Criminal Defense A criminal charge affects employment, housing, professional licensing, immigration status, and peace of mind. Our Seattle criminal defense team handles the full range of King County misdemeanors and felonies, including assault, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, harassment, malicious mischief, hit and run, reckless driving, no contact order violations, and minor in possession. We begin every case with a close review of the evidence and push hard for dismissal, suppression, or acquittal where the facts support it, and for reduced charges or diversion when a negotiated resolution is the best path. Seattle Area Traffic Ticket Defense Paying a traffic ticket is a guilty finding that follows your driving record and drives up insurance premiums for years. Before you mail that check, talk to us. Our attorneys fight speeding tickets, school zone and construction zone tickets, negligent driving, red light and stop sign violations, HOV violations, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, and no insurance citations throughout Seattle and King County. A short call could save you thousands. Call Us Today Call (844) 925-2943 for a free consultation, or visit www.washingtonstateattorneys.com. We are ready to fight for you.

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Jason Newcombe Lawyer
Location
10900 NE 8th Street Bellevue, WA 98004

Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Bankruptcy & Debt, Accident & Injury, Traffic

Jason S. Newcombe Bellevue Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic Ticket Defense Washington State Attorneys, PLLC | Bellevue and Eastside Offices Call (844) 925-2943 | https://www.washingtonstateattorneys.com/bellevue.html A Bellevue Criminal Defense Attorney Who Takes Your Case Personally A criminal charge, a DUI arrest, or even a serious traffic ticket can shake you to your core. One quiet evening on the Eastside turns into flashing lights on the side of I-405. A misunderstanding at a Bellevue restaurant becomes an assault charge. A stop on NE 8th Street leads to an arrest, a trip to jail, and a phone call home that you never imagined making. The fear, the embarrassment, the uncertainty about what happens next, these are real, and they are exactly what the Bellevue criminal defense team at Washington State Attorneys, PLLC is here to help you through. For more than three decades, Jason S. Newcombe has been the Eastside attorney that Bellevue area residents turn to when they need help most. From the Bellevue offices of Washington State Attorneys, PLLC at 14205 SE 36th St, Suite 100A, Bellevue, WA 98006, Jason leads a team of experienced and respected attorneys who appear regularly in Bellevue Municipal Court and in the King County District Court Eastside Division in Bellevue, the two courtrooms where most Eastside criminal and traffic cases are decided. Our Bellevue DUI defense and criminal lawyers have spent decades fighting for Eastside clients, and we know both courthouses, the prosecutors, and the judges as well as any defense team in the region. Jason is a recognized Washington State Super Lawyer, an honor extended only to attorneys who have demonstrated a sustained record of professional achievement and peer recognition. Even more telling, Jason has earned more than 330 positive client reviews online, each one written by a real Washingtonian who wanted others to know what it was like to have Jason in their corner when the pressure was at its highest. Call (844) 925-2943 today for a free, confidential consultation. Bellevue Criminal Defense A criminal charge is more than a legal matter. It is a threat to your livelihood, your reputation, your family, and your future. Eastside professionals, tech workers, business owners, students at Bellevue College, and families across Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Sammamish, Mercer Island, and Newcastle all have the same question when a charge lands. What is this going to cost me, not just in money, but in everything else? Our job is to protect everything that is on the table. Our Bellevue criminal defense attorneys handle the full range of misdemeanor and felony matters, including assault, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, harassment, malicious mischief, hit and run, reckless driving, no contact order violations, minor in possession, and more. We begin every case with a careful review of the evidence, the 911 call audio, body camera and dashboard camera footage, the officer's report, witness statements, medical records, and any relevant digital communications. We look for every weakness in the State's case and every defense the facts will support. Where self defense, mistaken identity, lack of intent, or an unlawful search applies, we push hard for dismissal, suppression, or acquittal. Where a negotiated resolution is the better path, we use our working knowledge of the Bellevue and King County prosecutors to pursue reduced charges, diversion, or deferred dispositions that keep the client's record as clean as possible. Bellevue DUI Defense DUI has been a cornerstone of Jason's practice since he tried his first DUI case as a prosecutor in Oregon in 1996. That former prosecutor background is a real advantage for our Bellevue DUI clients, because Jason has seen how the State builds a DUI case from the inside, and, even more importantly, where those cases tend to break down. Every Bellevue DUI case presents multiple angles of attack. Did the officer have reasonable suspicion to pull you over in the first place? Were the field sobriety tests administered according to the specific NHTSA protocols the science requires? Was the Draeger Alcotest 9510 breath machine properly calibrated, was the operator currently certified, and was the fifteen minute observation period actually observed rather than merely noted on the report? The Draeger Alcotest 9510 has been the target of sustained source code review and scientific challenge by Washington defense attorneys. Serious questions have surfaced about how the machine handles breath temperature assumptions and about fuel cell degradation over time. A breath test result is evidence, not a verdict, and it can be challenged. One deadline every Bellevue DUI client must understand. Under Washington's implied consent law, you have only seven days from the date of arrest to request a Department of Licensing administrative hearing to protect your driver's license. Miss that deadline and the administrative suspension is automatic, regardless of how the criminal case eventually turns out. If you or someone you love has been arrested for DUI anywhere on the Eastside, please call (844) 925-2943 right away so we can protect your license while we build your defense. Bellevue Traffic Ticket Defense We also handle all speeding and civil traffic infractions in every Bellevue area court, including Bellevue Municipal Court, Kirkland Municipal Court, Redmond Municipal Court, Issaquah Municipal Court, Mercer Island Municipal Court, and the King County District Court Eastside Division. Many drivers do not realize that simply paying a ticket is a guilty finding that attaches to your driving record, and the insurance premium increases over the next three to five years typically cost far more than the ticket itself. For CDL holders and teen drivers on an intermediate license, the consequences can be far more serious. We handle speeding tickets, school zone and construction zone violations, negligent driving, failure to obey a traffic control device, HOV and carpool lane violations, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, no insurance citations, and other infractions throughout the Eastside. Before you mail that check, call us at (844) 925-2943. A short conversation could save you thousands over the life of the ticket. Our Bellevue Office Washington State Attorneys, PLLC 14205 SE 36th St, Suite 100A Bellevue, WA 98006 Phone: (425) 278-1130 Toll Free: (844) 925-2943 Our Bellevue office is conveniently located for clients across the Eastside and serves as our base for appearances in Bellevue Municipal Court, the King County District Court Eastside Division in Bellevue, and the surrounding municipal courts in Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, and Mercer Island. We also maintain a Redmond office for the convenience of clients in Redmond, Sammamish, and Woodinville. Get Started Today Your case will not get easier while you wait. Evidence fades, witnesses become harder to reach, and deadlines close. The sooner you get an experienced Eastside defense attorney involved, the more options you are likely to have. Call (844) 925-2943 for a free, confidential consultation, or visit www.washingtonstateattorneys.com. We are ready to fight for you.

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Lennard A. Nahajski Lawyer
Location
10900 NE Fourth Street Bellevue, WA 98004

Criminal, Domestic Violence & Neglect, Felony, Misdemeanor, DUI-DWI

Mr. Nahajski graduated from the University of Washington with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 1989, from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1992, and has been practicing exclusively criminal defense since.  The Nahajski Firm first opened its doors in August 1996 and has been operating at the same downtown Seattle location ever since.  The Nahajski Firm also maintains an office in downtown Bellevue to accommodate their numerous clients in the Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Sammamish and Issaquah neighborhoods.  The firm was established with the simple goal of providing aggressive and effective private criminal defense for those accused of a crime.Mr. Nahajski is a member of the following organizations:Washington State Bar AssociationKing County Bar AssociationFederal Bar AssociationAmerican Bar AssociationNational College for DUI DefenseWashington State Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationNational Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In addition to these organizations, Mr. Nahajski is the recipient of a Washington State Bar Association Random Acts of Professionalism Award and has been a guest speaker on KQBZ 100.7FM discussing DUI defense. Mr. Nahajski is as comfortable in front of a judge or a jury as he is sitting across the desk from his clients.  His ability to negotiate favorable resolutions is matched only by his extensive and effective trial skills.  Mr. Nahajski has represented more than 5,000 clients over the past seventeen years who have been accused of every conceivable criminal allegation.  He has established an excellent reputation amongst prosecutors and judges alike as an attorney who will do everything possible to assist his clients in a professional and effective manner.The firm has successfully represented clients accused of serious felonies including attempted first degree murder, vehicular homicide, vehicular assault, first degree assault, second degree assault, third degree assault, felony domestic violence, drive-by shooting, arson, rape, indecent liberties, rape of a child, child molestation, communicating with a minor for immoral purposes (CMIP), possession of child pornography, voyeurism, unlawful imprisonment, stalking, escape, attempting to elude, first degree robbery, second degree robbery, bank robbery and unlawful possession of a firearm.Financial “white-collar” crimes are also a significant portion of the practice, including forgery, check fraud, bank fraud, cheating and identity theft.  Other property crimes include burglary, possession of stolen property (PSP), trafficking stolen property, malicious mischief, taking motor vehicle without permission (TMV), theft or shoplifting.  Drug charges include delivery of controlled substances (VUCSA), manufacturing or possession of marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, ecstasy, possession of drug paraphernalia and forged prescriptions.The experience of having an extensive felony practice is a huge benefit when representing the many clients accused of misdemeanors as well.  Those misdemeanors include domestic violence, fourth degree assault, driving under the influence (DUI/DWI), boating under the influence, reckless driving, racing, reckless endangerment, hit and run, negligent driving, driving while license suspended (DWLS), prostitution, soliciting prostitution, resisting arrest, obstructing law enforcement officer, violation of a no contact order (VNCO), criminal trespass, false reporting, disorderly conduct, minor in possession (MIP), and Department of Licensing hearings.The Nahajski Firm practices in all federal, state, juvenile, district and municipal courts in Western Washington and appears regularly in municipal and district courts located in Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Issaquah, Redmond, Shoreline, Burien, Kent, Federal Way, Auburn, SeaTac, Tukwila, Bothell, Edmonds, Everett, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Arlington, Marysville, and Monroe, in addition to United States District Court in Seattle and Tacoma, King County Superior Court, King County Juvenile Court, Snohomish County Superior Court, Snohomish County Juvenile Court, Pierce County Superior Court and Pierce County Juvenile Court.  Mr. Nahajski also appears regularly in Eastern Washington and up-and-down the I-5 corridor.Accusations and allegations are easy to make, but defending against them is understandably one of the most overwhelming, stressful, time consuming and often embarrassing endeavors.  At The Nahajski Firm we recognize that if you have been accused of a crime, from a simple misdemeanor to the most serious felony, you deserve the finest, most effective and discreet representation available to make your situation as bearable and painless as possible.  Call today to discuss the details of your case and learn how we can help.

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John J. Polito Lawyer
Location
9 Lake Bellevue Dr Bellevue, WA 98005

Criminal, Accident & Injury

Being charged with a crime is never pleasant...in fact it can change your entire life. Frequently, being charged is coupled with extreme emotional, physical, and financial stress. If you are in such a situation, it is important to speak with an experienced lawyer who is ready to guide you through the complex legal processes associated with your charges. My criminal defense law firm is ready to fight for your rights and interests.

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Ronnie M Rae Lawyer
Location
13106 NE 38th Place Bellevue, WA 98009

Car Accident, Slip & Fall Accident, Personal Injury, Criminal

At the law firm of Ronnie Rae, Attorney at Law, I provide dedicated legal services in a range of practice areas to meet the diverse needs of my clients. I provide experienced criminal defense against DUI/DWI, drug crimes, juvenile offenses, assault and battery and domestic violence orders. I also handle personal injury cases, providing strong advocacy for those seriously hurt in auto accidents, trucking accidents, Uber accidents and incidents involving Amazon and UPS delivery drivers. Additionally, I represent clients in work injury cases, helping them navigate Washington State's Labor & Industries (L&I) system to achieve favorable awards and claim resolutions. Based in Bellevue, my firm proudly serves Seattle, Tacoma, Everett and communities throughout Washington State.

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Jason S. Newcombe Lawyer
Location
16000 Christensen Rd Tukwila, WA 98188

Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Bankruptcy & Debt, Accident & Injury, Traffic

Jason S. Newcombe Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic Ticket Defense Washington State Attorneys, PLLC | Tukwila and King County Offices Call (844) 925-2943 | www.washingtonstateattorneys.com A Trusted King County Defense Attorney Jason is an extremely experienced and highly respected lawyer who serves all of King County. He is recognized as a Washington State Super Lawyer, and maintains a perfect 10, rating on Avvo. When things are at their worst, Jason is at his best. From his offices throughout Western Washington, he has been helping good people through difficult times for decades. If you have been arrested, cited, or charged with a crime anywhere in King County, you need an experienced defense attorney in your corner quickly. Jason S. Newcombe is a Washington defense attorney with more than thirty years of legal experience, and he leads a team of lawyers at Washington State Attorneys, PLLC who focus on protecting the rights of everyday Washingtonians in King County courtrooms every day. Over the last decade alone, Jason has been designated as a top Seattle and King County DUI and criminal defense lawyer on several occasions. From their South King County office in Tukwila and our other King County offices, Jason and his team defend clients facing DUI charges, criminal allegations, and traffic tickets throughout the county. Whether your case is in Seattle Municipal Court, King County District Court, the Regional Justice Center in Kent, or any of the local municipal courts, we know the courthouse, the prosecutors, and what it takes to get real results. Call (844) 925-2943 today for a free, confidential consultation. Criminal Defense in King County A criminal charge can follow you for the rest of your life. It affects employment, housing, professional licensing, and immigration status, and the stress it places on you and your family is real. Jason and his team believe every person charged with a crime deserves a prepared, aggressive defense. We handle the full range of King County misdemeanor and felony cases, including assault, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, harassment, malicious mischief, hit and run, reckless driving, no contact order violations, minor in possession, and others. Our approach starts with a close review of the evidence: the 911 call, body camera and dashboard camera footage, the officer's report, witness statements, medical records, and any digital evidence. We look for every weakness in the State's case and every defense the facts will support. Where self-defense, mistaken identity, lack of intent, or an unlawful search and seizure applies, we push hard for dismissal, suppression, or acquittal. Where the best outcome is a negotiated resolution, we use our knowledge of the local prosecutors and judges to secure reduced charges, diversion, or deferred dispositions that keep the client's record clean whenever possible. DUI Defense in King County DUI has been a cornerstone of Jason's practice since he tried his first DUI case as a prosecutor in Oregon in 1996. His background as a former prosecutor gives him a practical understanding of how the State builds a DUI case and, more importantly, where those cases tend to fall apart. Every Washington DUI case has multiple points of attack. Was the stop supported by reasonable suspicion? Were the field sobriety tests administered according to NHTSA protocols? Was the Draeger Alcotest 9510 breath test machine properly calibrated, was the operator currently certified, and was the fifteen minute observation period actually observed? The Draeger has been the subject of sustained source code review and scientific challenge by Washington defense attorneys, including concerns about breath temperature correction and fuel cell degradation. A breath result is evidence, not a verdict, and it can be challenged. There is also a critical deadline every King County DUI client needs to know about. Under Washington's implied consent law, you have only seven days from the date of arrest to request a Department of Licensing administrative hearing to protect your driver's license. Miss that deadline, and the administrative suspension is automatic regardless of what happens in the criminal case. If you have been arrested for DUI, please call (844) 925-2943 right away so we can protect your license while we build your defense. Traffic Ticket Defense in King County Many drivers do not realize that simply paying a traffic ticket is a guilty finding that will follow them on their driving record. The insurance premium increases over the next three to five years often cost far more than the ticket itself. For CDL holders and teen drivers on an intermediate license, the consequences can be even worse. Jason and his team handle speeding tickets, school zone tickets, construction zone tickets, negligent driving, failure to obey a traffic control device, HOV violations, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, no insurance citations, and other infractions throughout King County. We examine the officer's training and device certification, radar and LIDAR calibration records, school zone timing, sign placement, and every other angle that can support dismissal or reduction. Before you mail that check, call us at (844) 925-2943. A short conversation could save you thousands over the life of the ticket. Our King County Office Locations Tukwila (South King County): 16000 Christensen Rd, Suite 304B, Tukwila, WA 98188. Phone (206) 401-9134. Seattle: 2319 N 45th St, Suite 215C, Seattle, WA 98103. Phone (206) 624-3644. Bellevue: 14205 SE 36th St, Suite 100A, Bellevue, WA 98006. Phone (425) 278-1130. Federal Way, Renton, and Redmond offices are also available for client meetings. Get Started Today Call (844) 925-2943 for a free, confidential consultation, or visit www.washingtonstateattorneys.com. We are ready to fight for you.

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Jason Newcombe Lawyer
Location
201 St. Helens Ave Tacoma, WA 98402

Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Bankruptcy & Debt, Accident & Injury, Traffic

Jason S. Newcombe Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, and Traffic Ticket Defense Washington State Attorneys, PLLC | Tacoma Office Call (844) 925-2943 | https://www.washingtonstateattorneys.com/tacoma.html Your Tacoma Criminal Defense Attorney Tacoma is home. It is the city of the Tacoma Dome and Point Defiance, the Museum District, the waterfront along Ruston Way, the grit of downtown and the quiet of the North End. It is also the city where Jason S. Newcombe has been fighting for accused clients in Pierce County courtrooms for decades. From our Tacoma office at 201 St. Helens Ave, Jason and the criminal defense team at Washington State Attorneys, PLLC represent people charged with DUI, criminal offenses, and traffic infractions throughout Pierce County. Jason is an award winning Super Lawyer and has received more than 300 positive client reviews over many years of practice, earning the kind of trust that only comes from consistently delivering real results for real people. Call (844) 925-2943 today for a free and confidential consultation. Decades of Pierce County Courtroom Experience Jason has been handling criminal, DUI, and traffic cases in Pierce County for over two decades, and in that time our lawyers have appeared in every court in the county. When we say every court, we mean it. Our attorneys regularly appear in Pierce County Superior Court at the Pierce County Courthouse in downtown Tacoma for felony cases, family law matters, and appeals from the lower courts. We appear in Pierce County District Court for misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and civil infractions arising in unincorporated Pierce County, Eatonville, Edgewood, and elsewhere in the district's jurisdiction. We also appear in every municipal court in Pierce County, including Tacoma Municipal Court, Lakewood Municipal Court, Puyallup Municipal Court, Fife Municipal Court, Fircrest Municipal Court, Gig Harbor Municipal Court, Bonney Lake Municipal Court, Buckley Municipal Court, Orting Municipal Court, Roy Municipal Court, DuPont Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), Steilacoom Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), University Place Municipal Court (held at Lakewood), Milton Municipal Court (held at Puyallup), Sumner Municipal Court (held at Bonney Lake), South Prairie Municipal Court (held at Bonney Lake), Eatonville Municipal Court, Ruston Municipal Court (held at Fircrest), Carbonado Municipal Court (held at Buckley), and Wilkeson Municipal Court. That kind of local experience matters. Every courthouse in Pierce County has its own personality, its own prosecutors, and its own commissioners and judges. Jason knows the people, the practices, and the unwritten rules that make the difference between a case that drags on and a case that gets resolved the right way. DUI Defense in Tacoma and Pierce County DUI defense has been a cornerstone of Jason's practice since he tried his first DUI case as a prosecutor in 1996. That prosecutor's chair perspective, combined with decades of defense work in Pierce County, gives Jason a real edge in how he reads a case file and plans an attack. We challenge DUI cases on multiple fronts at once. Was the stop supported by reasonable suspicion? Were the field sobriety tests administered according to NHTSA protocols? Was the Draeger Alcotest 9510 breath test machine properly calibrated, was the operator currently certified, and was the fifteen minute observation period actually conducted? The Draeger has been the subject of serious, sustained scientific challenges by Washington defense attorneys, including concerns about breath temperature correction and fuel cell degradation. One critical point for Pierce County DUI clients: you have only seven days from the date of arrest to request a Department of Licensing administrative hearing to protect your driver's license. If you have been arrested for DUI in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, or anywhere in Pierce County, please call (844) 925-2943 right away so we can protect your license while we build your defense. Tacoma Criminal Defense A criminal charge can follow you for life. It affects jobs at JBLM and in the Port, it affects your ability to rent in Stadium or on the Hilltop, and it affects your family. Our Tacoma criminal defense lawyers handle the full range of Pierce County misdemeanors and felonies, including assault, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, harassment, malicious mischief, hit and run, reckless driving, no contact order violations, and minor in possession. We review the 911 call, the body camera and dashboard camera footage, the officer's report, the witness statements, and every piece of digital evidence. Then we push hard for dismissal, suppression, or acquittal where the facts support it, and for reduced charges or diversion when a negotiated resolution serves the client best. Pierce County Traffic Ticket Defense Paying a Pierce County traffic ticket is a guilty finding that will follow your driving record and drive up your insurance premiums for years. Before you mail that check, call us. Our attorneys fight speeding tickets, school zone and construction zone tickets, negligent driving, red light and stop sign violations, HOV violations, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, and no insurance citations throughout Pierce County. A short call could save you thousands. Visit Us or Call Us Today Tacoma Office: 201 St. Helens Ave, Suite 204B, Tacoma, WA 98402. Phone (253) 627-2222. Call (844) 925-2943 for a free consultation, or visit www.washingtonstateattorneys.com. We are ready to fight for you.

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James Edmund Oliver Lawyer
Location
711 St Helens Ave Tacoma, WA 98402

Accident & Injury, Criminal, Litigation, Personal Injury, Traffic

You deserve a top rated law firm that you can trust to help you following an accident, or criminal investigation. Our experienced lawyers at Durflinger Oliver & Associates have a proven track record of protecting clients, and helping them move forward in life. Things are almost never as bad as they seem. Call us, and we can help put your mind at ease with a smart plan of attack. If you have been charged with a crime, received a traffic ticket, or have been injured because of someone’s negligence, the choice you make in an attorney will have long lasting consequences. Criminal charges can result in Article 15 and Chapter proceedings, jail, fines, and treatment. All of these things are expensive, and potentially life altering. Traffic tickets, while less serious, can affect your insurance rate, and even your license. An accident can result in massive hospital bills, suffering and bankruptcy. When you need help, our team is here for you. At Durflinger Oliver & Associates you don't have to settle for a single attorney when you can hire a team of experienced lawyers to fight for you. Our attorneys have a half century of collective litigation experience. That means you can rest assured that your case will receive the benefit of 50 years of courtroom practice and experience working with judges, insurance adjusters, and opposing attorneys. Best of all, you get this team at a great value, so you don't have to settle for a single, less experienced lawyer. Founding Partner and Of Counsel attorney James Oliver paid for college by serving in the Army Reserves. In college, he co-captained his university’s NCAA Men’s Volleyball team. As a result of his athletic experience and military service, he understands the value of a team, and the needs and concerns of service members and their families. That’s why he built this firm, and that’s why he instituted the Military Discount offered to service members by Durflinger Oliver & Associates. Founding partner Natalie Durflinger graduated with honors from both the University of Washington and Gonzaga School of Law. At Gonzaga, Natalie was a Thomas More Scholar, and founded the university’s American Civil Liberties Chapter, serving as President. She also performed community service locally, and in Central America before following her passion for criminal defense and establishing Durflinger Oliver & Associates with James Oliver. Natalie’s practice is dedicated almost exclusively to misdemeanor criminal defense including domestic violence, driving offenses, drug charges, and property crimes. She has an established reputation as an aggressive defense attorney who is respected by judges and prosecutors alike. Natalie also has shared her Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure knowledge as a College Adjunct Professor. Senior Associate Martha McLaughlin heads up the firm’s Personal Injury section. She is an Honors Graduate from the University of Puget Sound, and also from Seattle University School of Law. Martha's husband of 30 years is a retired Air Force officer, so Martha knows the difficulties endured by service members and their families. She also knows how to protect you and your family following an accident, or criminal charges. As a former prosecutor, she has been on both sides of the fight and understands what judges are looking for. Martha’s dedicated personal injury paralegal brings three decades of injury litigation experience to the firm, and the two professionals work closely with the firm’s other attorneys to ensure exceptional results for each of our clients. Tracey Munger represents clients accused of felony offenses, and clients in danger of losing their children in dependency proceedings. Her litigation experience began in Louisiana during law school, and continued on into Washington in 2002. She has represented clients in almost every court in the Puget Sound region, and is admitted to practice in the U.S. Federal Court as well. She has won cases as simple as traffic infraction to as complex as federal drug trafficking and everything in between. As head of the Felony Section, Tracey decides which cases the firm will accept, and which staff to assign as support. Her reputation as a “street fighter” has been earned through countless negotiations, hearings, motions, and trials. After 14 years of practice in Western Washington, Tracey has a great understanding of, and appreciation for, the sacrifices of our service members and their families, and she works hard to protect them. Durflinger Oliver & Associates Of Counsel attorney Andrew Huff is a Seattle native who started his career as a prosecuting attorney with Kitsap County before being hired as an associate by well-known criminal defense firm Bennett Raney Moran and Gianneschi. In 2001, he went out on his own and started the Law Office of Andrew Charles Huff in Seattle. Andrew is a former board member of “Citizens for Judicial Excellence,” member of “National College for DUI Defense” and the “Order of Barristers.“ He is also an experienced Judge Pro Tem, which means that he clearly understands what needs to be done to protect his clients. Andrew is a valued teammate of Durflinger Oliver, and his contributions to the accused have brought relief to hundreds of Washington families. No legal team is worth a thing without high quality support staff, and the Durflinger Oliver team is exceptional. In fact, Durflinger Oliver has twice been awarded the “Firm of the Year” award by the Pierce County Chapter of NALS – The National Association of Legal Professionals. The staff at Durflinger Oliver make the weekly team meetings possible and productive and ensure that every client file is regularly team reviewed. This ensures the highest quality representation at the best value. In addition to our Military Discount, we also offer convenient payment plans, and bilingual Spanish services. We look forward to meeting with you for your free consultation. Call today to schedule your free meeting with an experienced attorney who can put your mind at ease and tell you what Durflinger Oliver can do for you. IF YOU DEMAND JUSTICE, DEMAND DURFLINGER OLIVER!

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Cristine Beckwith Lawyer
Location
1115 Tacoma Ave S Tacoma, WA 98402

Criminal, Misdemeanor, DUI-DWI, Felony, Juvenile Law

Cristine Beckwith is the owner of Beckwith Law. She is exceptionally qualified to provide strong representation to clients facing a wide range of criminal charges. Cristine began her career as a Deputy Prosecutor for Pierce County. During her time as a Prosecutor, Cristine realized that her passion was not for building cases against people. Her desire to fight for people accused of a crime caused her to change direction and focus on criminal defense. As a result, Cristine knows the legal system from both sides and can create opportunities that other attorneys often do not explore. Cristine has been a criminal defense attorney since 2004 and established Beckwith Law in 2007. At Beckwith Law, each client receives personalized attention and an aggressive defense. The majority of Cristine’s clients are charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes in the courts of Pierce County and King County. Her experience working with prosecutors and judges in these courts can result in faster and more favorable resolutions. For the convenience of her clients, Cristine has office locations in downtown Tacoma and downtown Seattle.

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Howard Comfort Lawyer
Location
902 S 10th St Tacoma, WA 98405

Divorce & Family Law, Family Law, Criminal, DUI-DWI

Howard Comfort is a practicing lawyer in the state of Washington.

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