Practice in the following Regions, Cities, and Counties:
North Puget Sound, Whatcom and Skagit Counties, Snohomish County 

Description of Practice:
I am a sole practitioner located in Bellingham, Washington. I have been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively for 10 years, with extensive experience with DUI/DWI cases and related criminal traffic and licensing issues. I can be counted on to provide honest, caring, competent and aggressive representation. Please call for a free consultation.

Synopsis of the Law Applicable to my Province or State:
Washington has some of the toughest DUI laws in the U.S. The legal limit for alcohol is .08 (.02 for drivers under 21) within 2 hours of driving. Sobriety tests can and should be refused, even though that refusal is admissible at trial. A person being accused of DUI by a police officer should 1) request an attorney and 2) invoke their right to remain silent. The implied consent statute provides for a 1 year license suspension (2 years after July 1, 2004) for refusal to submit to a breath test when requested by an officer possessing probable cause to believe a person is driving under the influence. Following a failed breath test, a driver is entitled to have a blood test performed at his or her own expense.

First Appearance:

Enter a plea of "NOT GUILTY". Do NOT waive trial by jury. If you plan to hire counsel, do so before arraignment or as soon thereafter as possible. If you can't afford to pay for a private attorney, request appointed counsel. BE SURE TO CONTACT AND STAY IN TOUCH WITH YOUR ATTORNEY.