No Contact Orders – How to Navigate them and Avoid Getting Charged with a Violation

by Mike Brodsky | Jul 1, 2022 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law

So, you’re the restrained person in a no-contact order. How do you avoid getting charged with violating it? No contact orders mostly come in two flavors: Domestic violence (DVPOs) and anti-harassment orders (AHOs). They are imposed to prevent contact between the...

Firearm Restoration

by Mike Brodsky | Jul 28, 2021 | Post Conviction Relief, Criminal Defense, Criminal Law

Restoring firearms is a complicated, intricate business with exceptions that almost outnumber the rule. Not only is the process complicated, but it differs for state and federal law, meaning you might be able to restore rights in your state, but are stymied in the...

State v. Blake and What it Means

by Mike Brodsky | May 14, 2021 | Criminal Law, Updates

In 2021, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled that the current language in RCW 69.50.4103 was unconstitutional and would no longer be sufficient as grounds for conviction. The possession of a controlled substance (PCS) statute did not have an adequate mens rea to...

Charges for Domestic Violence Penalties

by Mike Brodsky | Apr 8, 2020 | Criminal Law

Charges for Domestic Violence Penalties Domestic violence is one offence that is now strongly frowned at the world over. Both state and federal laws have been put in place to ensure that victims are protected and perpetrators prosecuted to a measure commensurate to...

Canadians Charged with Driving While License Suspended in the 3rd Degree

by Mike Brodsky | Sep 18, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Being located close to the Canadian border, I get a lot of calls from Canadians who have somehow run afoul of the law down here in the States. Many Canadians are surprised at how vigorously some laws are enforced and how ubiquitous law enforcement is here. But one of...

Administrative Licensing Hearings with the Department of Licensing (DoL)

by Mike Brodsky | Jul 6, 2017 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Updates

Most folks know that when they get charged with a DUI they could end up with their driving privilege suspended if they are convicted or plead guilty. But did you know that you could have your privilege to drive suspended even if your criminal case is resolved with a...