BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White on Tuesday, Sept. 20th, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 20th (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

Pro Se University is located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White on Tuesday, Aug. 23rd, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, Aug. 23rd (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

Pro Se University is located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White this coming Tuesday, June 21st, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, June 21st (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White this coming Tuesday, May 24th, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 24th (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

by Tracy Codd
BTB Advertiser

Defendants arrested for a first offense DUI in this state are subject to both pending criminal and administrative licensing penalties. The state of Washington employs a multi-tiered system for sentencing regarding DUI cases, with offenders possessing a BAC at or above .15 or those who refused to take a breath test facing harsher penalties than those with a BAC of .08 to .149. Likewise, violations such as refusals to submit or associated criminal charges related to a given DUI arrest may incur additional administrative or criminal penalties.

Department of Licensing Administrative Penalties

• Upon arrest, drivers facing first offense DUI charges face mandatory license suspension of at least ninety (90) days. If BAC in excess of .15, drivers face license suspension of up to one (1) year, unless otherwise successfully contested at the administrative hearing
• Attempts to reinstate may require use of ignition interlock device, pending the case-specific nature of the court’s sentencing in first offense cases
• Likewise, attempts to reinstate following suspension require SR-22 insurance coverage in Washington

Criminal Penalties

• First offense convictions carry mandatory incarceration of one (1) day; two (2) days for offenders with BAC in excess of .15%. Maximum incarceration in either case cannot exceed one (1) year.
• State of Washington courts may employ a form of community control, known as electronic home monitoring, in lieu of mandatory incarceration for a period of fifteen (15) days or thirty (30) days, depending on BAC of driver.
• Alcohol assessment or substance abuse treatment possible, but not required in every case.
• Fines at a minimum of $865.50 to maximum of $5,000 for offenders with BAC below .15%. Offenders with BAC above .15% face fines of at least $1,120.50, but not more than $5,000. Fines do not include costs related to completion of sentence or reinstatement of license

Deferred Prosecutions

• The Washington DUI Deferred Prosecution is a program that allows a person suffering from alcoholism, drug addiction, or a mental health problem to petition the court to enter an intensive treatment program in lieu of being prosecuted for DUI. Successful completion of the Deferred Prosecution, treatment program and compliance with other court imposed conditions will result in dismissal of the DUI and may avoid a suspension of driver’s license by the Department of Licensing. The Deferred Prosecution law allows an individual to petition the court for deferral of their case for five years while they seek treatment for their disease. If the request is granted the advantages of the Deferred Prosecution are clear:
• No jail?* No criminal fine?* Removal of a DUI conviction from criminal record after five years (but still considered a prior offense for sentencing purposes on a later charge)?* No license suspension (if submitted to BAC breath test)?* No SR-22 high risk insurance
• Most importantly, participants are given an opportunity to overcome their disease and regain control of their lives. The required two-year substance addiction treatment program is quite rigorous and occurs in three phases. Additionally, two Alcoholics Anonymous or other self-help meetings per week are required for the full two years, and can be required for the entire five year period. The DUI defendant is also placed on supervised probation, which means that they may be required to meet on a regular basis with a probation officer and must pay for those services. Additionally, the Deferred Prosecution requires installation of the Ignition Interlock Device for at least one year.

A full and complete description of the DUI laws can be found in Title 46 of the Revised Code of Washington at www.apps.leg.wa.gov.

Getting Legal Advice
For more information and insight into your legal rights and options in your first DUI in Washington, including your options for negotiating a favorable result or outright dismissal of the charges, consult with an experienced, competent Washington DUI lawyer to learn more.

W. Tracy Codd, a B-Town Blog Advertiser, is an attorney with office in Burien who has represented individuals accused of DUI since 1987. His telephone number is (206) 248-6152. Call today for a free consultation. He can also be reach through his website at www.tracycodd.com.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White on Tuesday, April 19th, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, April 19th (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White on Tuesday, March  22nd, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 22nd (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White on Tuesday, Feb. 22nd, to discuss family law issues.

Also, Marie just launched a new product called Roadmaps, described as:

Pro Se University is offering a new product to help people with their family law issues. Pro Se University Roadmaps are checklists that lead you through the often-confusing process of finding the right forms, filling them out, and filing them in the right place at the right time. They offer easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that make navigating a family law issue much easier. Whether you are starting the divorce process or needing to modify your parenting plan, this is a great, affordable way to get started.  Roadmaps are only $5 each. Click here for more information.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free 30-minute Family Law Consultations.

WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 22nd (appointment necessary – see below for details).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

Pro Se University is located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University wants our Readers to know that they’re offering free 30-minute consultations with Attorney Marie White, to discuss family law issues.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Free Attorney Appointment Day

WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 14th (appointment necessary – see below for info).

WHERE: Pro Se’s offices are located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

INFO: To sign up for a free 30-minute appointment with Attorney Marie White to discuss your family law issue(s), click here or call 1-877-776-7310.

Pro Se University is located at 415 SW 152nd Street in Burien.

BTB Advertiser Pro Se University will be holding “Ex-Po: Get A Parenting Plan” seminar on Saturday, Oct. 23rd at 11:15am at the Kent Senior Activity Center (600 East Smith Street, Kent).

Cost is $19.98 if you pre-register online (click here to buy tickets) and $25 cash at the door.

Here’s more from Pro Se:

Are you worried about seeing your kids for the holidays this year?

It is important to be proactive and make sure your parenting plan gives you the time you are entitled to, so that you can be with your children this holiday season.  If you need a parenting plan or need to enforce the one you already have, come to The Ex-Po: “Get a Parenting Plan” on Saturday, October 23, 2010.

Attorney Marie White of Pro Se University will answer your questions and teach you how to:

• Draft a motion for contempt
• Draft a motion for a parenting plan
• Serve the other party
• Schedule a hearing
• Confirm your hearing
• Conduct yourself at the hearing

The event will be held at Kent Senior Activity Center (600 East Smith Street, Kent, Washington 98030) at 11:15am. Click here to buy tickets now.  They are $19.98 if you pre-register online and $25 cash at the door.

The Ex-Po events address specific family law issues and are for people who feel stuck in the legal process.  Plan to walk away with a better understanding of your issue, what you need to do, and how to do it.