Fishing and Hunting Offenses

Washington State’s lands and waterways offer premier fishing and hunting opportunities for individuals year around.Fishing and Hunting laws in Washington State include both criminal (potential jail) and civil penalties.The laws governing fishing, hunting and wildlife regulations are expansive with serious consequences, wherein those accused are subject to potential jail time, fines, suspension of fishing and hunting privileges, civil forfeiture; and even a loss of right to possess firearms. Those accused of violating fish and hunting regulations should immediately contact our skilled defense team for legal advice.

Criminal Offenses in Federal Court

In Federal Court, especially if you are facing a felony, the stakes can be very high. The federal judges who handle felonies are appointed to their jobs for life by the president of the United States. The judges tend to be extremely bright and hard-working. They expect court to start on time and for the lawyers to be organized and professional. The good news is that federal judges hold both sides to the same standards. The bad news is that many federal charges carry heavy punishments, some of which are mandatory. If you are facing a federal charge it is crucial that you find an attorney with significant experience in federal court – an attorney well versed in the federal criminal code as well as the federal sentencing guidelines.

Certain criminal offenses are exclusively or nearly exclusively handled in Federal Court. Here are some examples:

• Conspiracy charges
• Embezzlement
• Drug Trafficking conspiracies
• Mail/Wire Fraud accusations
• Environmental Pollution charges
• False Statement allegations

Any federal charge is serious and can have life-long implications well beyond prison time or probation. If you believe you might be investigated for a federal crime you need to talk to a skilled attorney immediately.The old adage, “anything you say can and will be used against you” is as true in state court as it is in federal court and because the stakes in federal court or so high we can’t emphasize enough the importance of talking with a lawyer before giving a statement to the FBI, DEA, ATF, EPA or any other federal agency.