The first 48 hours
You never expected this to happen. But it has, and once an arrest occurs, the criminal prosecution process progresses rapidly. The first 48 hours after any encounter with the police can weigh heavily on the ultimate outcome of your case. Will there be confinement in jail awaiting court dates? Will the court allow for bail? […]
The first TWENTY FOUR hours after your DUI arrest
Hire YOUR Defense Team. Since criminal cases begin so quickly, you need to hire your defense attorney as soon as possible. Our team includes former prosecuting attorneys who have defended thousands of DUI cases over the years. Defending your case. Once our defense team is on board, we begin thoroughly reviewing your case. Some of […]
Traffic Law Cases
How much trouble can you get in just by driving down the street? A lot. For everything from speeding tickets to reckless driving to DUI, drivers who get cited or arrested can greatly benefit from the Lustick, Kaiman & Madrone traffic defender team. FREE INITIAL COURT APPEARANCES. Traffic cases typically require drivers to appear in court […]
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DUI Dismissed in Federal Court in Bellingham, WA.
Our client had a 0.189 BAC test result, and after errors in the testing were exposed, his case was dismissed in U.S. District Court in Bellingham, WA. A man driving up to the entry gate at Naval Station Everett, WA was apprehended for investigation of driving under the influence (DUI). After failing field sobriety tests, […]
Legal Question: Reckless Driving Charges
Legal Question: Dismissal
Gun rights activist awarded settlement in civil rights claim against Bellingham, Wa Police Department.
A local gun rights advocate awarded $15,000 for civil rights violation. A local gun rights advocate awarded $15,000 for 2nd amendment civil rights violation.
Q: When can I expect my appeal to be resolved?
A: An appeal can take several months or an entire year. However, some appeals may be concluded in as little as two (2) weeks.
Q: What circumstances lead to an appeal?
A: Appeals typically arise out of a mistake by law enforcement, misconduct on the part of the prosecution, ineffective legal counsel, insufficient evidence, illegal sentencing, or other errors of law.
Q: In general, how does the appeal process work?
A: The person who wishes to challenge the adverse decision must initiate an appeal in the court system by filing all necessary documents to the Superior Court or the Appellate Court. The first step involves filing a Notice of Appeal and paying a filing fee, if required. Other deadlines will follow, based on the initial […]
