September 5th, 2009
Washington state vehicular assault is a very serious offense under Washington state law. In fact, it is a Class B Felony which has a level four seriousness level. The maximum punishment under Washington law is ten years in prison and a $20,000 fine. A person is guilty of Washington state vehicular assault if they operate [...]
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August 7th, 2009
Under Washington law vehicular assault is defined by RCW 46.61.522, which states: (1) A person is guilty of vehicular assault if he or she operates or drives any vehicle: (a) In a reckless manner and causes substantial bodily harm to another; or (b) While under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug, as defined [...]
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November 29th, 2008
It seems that drug based DUI cases are on the rise and every year I see more and more of these types of cases. In a drug based DUI, Vehicular Assault or Vehicular Homicide case the blood test is critical evidence, yet it is subject to a motion to suppress on grounds that the prosecution [...]
Tags: Blood Test, Breath Test, DUI, RCW, Toxicology, Vehicular Assault, Vehicular Homicide, WAC, Washington State
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