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Welcome to the Campbell Law Firm blog page, Anacortes criminal defense attorney Justin Campbell shares insights on Washington law, DUI defense, and protecting your rights. With years of experience as a defense attorney and former court commissioner, Justin provides trusted guidance on navigating the local legal system. Explore our blogs for practical tips, legal updates, and answers to common questions about criminal charges in Skagit, Island, and San Juan Counties.
Most criminal laws are enforced at the state level. While the type of conduct that is criminalized is similar from state to state, the way the laws are enforced can be quite different depending on the state you are in. The classification of criminal…
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The physical and mental decline that often comes with old age can lead to misunderstandings, disagreements, and hurt feelings among family members. In extreme cases, a family member who is dissatisfied with what they received under a person’s last…
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Car accidents and other personal injury cases progress through different stages as they move towards resolution. Depending on the nature of the accident, the complexity of the case, and the severity of your injuries, your car accident case may take a…
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Motor vehicle accidents are some of the most common types of personal injury claims. They often result in serious personal injuries, including neck and back injuries, sprains and strains, burns, cuts, lacerations, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and oth…
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Property owners have a duty to maintain their property in a safe condition and are required to warn people of unsafe conditions on the property. If someone is injured, the property owner may be liable for damages. This is called premises liability an…
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Whenever a driver crashes into another vehicle and leaves the scene, the driver can be charged with causing a hit and run accident. In Washington state, a hit and run accident is a criminal offense. The consequences can be severe and may include fine…
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It is not illegal to drink alcohol or consume other (legal) drugs while operating a boat. But it is illegal to do so if your blood alcohol level is greater than .08 or you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In Washington, you can be charged…
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Washington law requires that drivers maintain a minimum level of insurance to cover any damage a driver causes in a car accident. Specifically, a Washington driver must carry a minimum of $25,000 for injuries or death caused to a single person, $50,0…
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If you have been convicted of domestic violence and are a Washington resident who wants to move out of state, or if you live in another state and want to relocate to Washington, you are subject to the Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervis…
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In Washington, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of .08% or higher, or while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A Washington charge for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Physical Control is s…
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