Seattle Criminal Defense Attorney Kris Jensen Practice Areas and Legal Definitions

Washington laws and procedures related to criminal defense are complicated and require a skilled criminal defense lawyer to properly navigate through the process. Criminal defense Attorney Kris Jensen fights for the rights of alleged criminal offenders in the city of Seattle and the surrounding communities. Kris Jensen delivers personalized attention to his clients by keeping case information detailed and accessible and provides criminal defense legal solutions related to the following matters:

Criminal Defense:

Individuals found to violate a criminal law whether through their own admission of guilt or through the determination of a jury are subject to fines, imprisonment, probation and community service, among other penalties. The outcome of any criminal case depends upon the facts surrounding the crime charged, the strength of the evidence, the legal validity of law enforcement and courtroom procedure, and the goals and strategy of the government and defense. Seattle criminal defense Attorney Kris Jensen will navigate you through this complicated legal process.

DUI:

"DUI" stands for Driving Under The Influence and occurs when someone is operating, or is in actual physical control, of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substance, to the extent that their mental faculties are impaired and/or their Blood Alcohol Content is above the legal limit. Even for a first offense, penalties can include license suspension, substantial fines, community service, mandatory attendance at a state or DMV approved alcohol program, mandatory overnight incarceration and the required installation (at the offender's expense) of a car ignition locking device. In addition, a DUI conviction stays on a DMV record for at least 7 years; it typically results in higher insurance premiums, and an offender may become ineligible for credit. Plus, a DUI could also jeopardize your employment opportunities.

However, if someone was injured as a result of the drunken driving accident, it is possible the defendant will be charged with a felony (and if the victim dies, the driver may be charged with vehicular manslaughter). Further, a DUI conviction will likely be raised to a felony if it is the driver's fourth DUI offense or the driver has had a prior felony DUI offense within 10 years of the new charge. For more information, please contact Seattle DUI lawyer Kris Jensen.

Reckless or Negligent Driving

The most important element of Reckless Driving is driving "in willful and wanton disregard of other persons or property." It's a charge that often seems like a really bad speeding ticket or the result of an accident. However, even without the allegation of alcohol use while driving, a conviction for Reckless Driving could be seen by your insurance company as equal to a DUI conviction. That is, it will cost you, or even cause you to be dropped from insurance coverage - and we all know what that means. At Jensen Legal we will give you good advice on the possibilities of reduced charges, and whether the offered "deal" is any deal at all.

Vehicular Assault and Vehicular Homicide

The charge of Vehicular Assault involves causing substantial bodily harm to another person while driving either drunk or recklessly. The result of such an allegation on your record could cause mandatory license suspensions by both the court and the Department of Licensing. It would also cause your insurance rates to go through the roof or even cancel. The charge is serious and you should get representation from an experienced lawyer before even appearing in court on such a charge.

Drug Crimes:

Drug offenses can range from misdemeanors with light sentences to felonies that carry a life sentence. In some situations, a conviction could result in deportation. Drug offenses also include a wide variety of drug-related activities, including possession, distribution, cultivation, manufacturing and delivery. If you have been or might be charged with a drug-related offense, contact Seattle drug crimes Attorney Kris Jensen.

Domestic Violence:

Domestic violence is any physical, emotional, sexual or other violence that takes place between people who may be married or not married; heterosexual, gay, or lesbian; living together, separated or dating. Domestic violence can be criminal and include physical assault: hitting, pushing and shoving, etc., sexual abuse: unwanted or forced sexual activity, and stalking. For more information, please contact Seattle domestic violence Attorney Kris Jensen.

Seattle, Washington criminal defense Attorney Kris Jensen also practices law in the area of trademark registrations, copyright issues, intellectual property licensing and branding issues.

If you or someone you know in Seattle, Washington, or within the surrounding cities and counties of Washington, needs the legal counsel or assistance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer, contact Kris Jensen of Jensen Legal, today at 1-866-739-0341, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your free consultation with a dedicated Seattle DUI defense trial attorney