The acronyms DUI and DWI may be thought of as interchangeable to some people. However, these terms often represent very different legal circumstances for individuals who have been charged with either offense. Some states recognize both DUI and DWI offenses, while others simply use DUI as an all-e...
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff discussed mandatory minimum penalties for drivers convicted of a Washington DUI offense
I just got home from a wonderful Seahawks game at Century Field. It was a glorious September day in Seattle and I was so happy to enjoy it with my eight year old son. He aptly pointed out that it appeared almost everyone seemed to be drinking beer. It reminded of several times of where I have ...
The typical sequence of court appearances following an arrest for a Washington State DUI.
Labor Day is upon us once again, and Seattle DUI arrests are once again expected to reach record high numbers. Labor Day is statistically one of the deadliest days of the year for DUI. In 2010, 147 DUI-related fatalities were reported just on the Labor Day holiday. And the National Highway Traffi...
Drunk driving can have devastating effects, and every time you get behind the wheel while intoxicated, you endanger your own life and the lives of others. While you probably know many of the risks already, they are certainly worth repeating. Here are just some of the possible consequences that im...
On October 1, the cost of requesting an administrative hearing for a Washington DUI suspension will increase to $375, a staggering amount that draws into question whether it is worth it for a driver to spend the money.
Receiving a DUI often entails months of legal proceedings. As the breakdown below shows, a DUI charge in Washington State necessitates several mandatory steps. However, the average person can quickly become confused and overwhelmed, which is why you must consult a DUI attorney to maximize your ch...
If you are stopped by a police officer during a traffic stop, you may be required to perform standardized field sobriety tests (FSTs) if the officer suspects that you may be driving under the influence (DUI). If you are found guilty of DUI, then you will want to contact a qualified DUI attorney. ...
A Washington State DUI can carry some hefty consequences, even if you have no previous criminal record. Depending on the circumstances, you may become subject to jail time, exorbitant fines, mandatory alcohol education or treatment classes, mandatory ignition interlock, suspended license, com...
A Seattle DUI is no laughing matter. Washington State has some of the most crippling DUI penalties in the country, and the Seattle Police Department is extremely aggressive when it comes to tracking down impaired drivers. If you have already been charged with DUI, you'll need a good Seattle DUI a...
How Washington DUI and Physical Control charges are resolved by plea negotiations between the prosecutor and defense attorney.
Dozens of people are arrested each year for suspicion of boating under the influence during the weekend Seafair festivities on Lake Washington. After being taken to Proctor Landing on Mercer Island for breath test processing, people arrested for BUI are usually released from custody with noth...
Law enforcement from multiple agencies will be on the waterways of Lake Washington this Seafair weekend patrolling for impaired drivers of vessels,
Read about a new Washington State law that keep DUI suspects off the road until they sober up.
Seattle DUI lawyer Aaron Wolff explains the court process for a Seattle Municipal Court DUI or Physical Control charge.
Even pleading guilty to a Washington DUI does not necessarily mean having to pay restitution for anything and everything, if you have a qualified DUI attorney.
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff discusses what to expect at an arraignment in Seattle Municipal Court for a Seattle DUI charge.
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff explains the importance of obtaining a chemical dependency evaluation shortly after an arrest for a Seattle area DUI.
On June 7, a new Washington State DUI law went into effect that will target impaired drivers suspected of vehicular homicide. Read about the first case affected by these new laws.
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff provides May 2012 Washington DUI statistics.
Wolff Criminal Defense attorney Chris Kattenhorn was recently accredited by Super Lawyers, adding to his already-impressive list of accolades.
We'd like to wish everyone a happy and safe Independence Day. For those of you who plan on drinking, please designate a sober driver.
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff explains the typical field sobriety tests (FST's) Washington law enforcement utilize during their DUI investigation.
Seattle DUI Attorney Aaron Wolff provides a summary of all of the costs associated with a Seattle DUI arrest and the subsequent legal process.
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