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When a juvenile faces sex offense charges in Washington, a suppression motion may give the defense grounds to challenge how evidence was gathered. Officers often collect physical evidence and statements to support a case against a minor. A suppression motion asks the...
Peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing programs allow for the free and open exchange of files directly from one computer to another, and many people use them to share books, movies, research materials and games. However, once a P2P is operational, the end user may not be...
A Child Protective Services (CPS) case can affect where a child lives and how a parent maintains contact with that child. Before a court takes action, CPS must present enough evidence to satisfy the applicable standard of proof. That standard determines how strongly...
Learning that your child has been accused of a sexual offense can be overwhelming in a way that is hard to put into words. In an instant, everyday life is replaced with uncertainty, concern and the need to make sense of something that feels out of character and deeply...
Learning that a child is facing criminal charges can bring panic to the parents. Most parents start to worry if a single mistake is going to hurt college applications, job options or other opportunities down the road. A juvenile offense is often a serious matter, but...
A call or visit from Child Protective Services can leave you anxious and unsure of what comes next. You may not know who reported your family or what they claimed. Knowing how these investigations begin can help you respond calmly and protect your rights. Who can...
Washington state tracks youth crime data carefully, and the resulting reports on sexual misconduct often alarm parents. Reviewing the numbers shows which offenses happen most often. The data reveals that while youth make up a large portion of certain charges, targeted...
Child Protective Services (CPS) often has to take several steps to determine what’s going on when a report is made regarding the mistreatment of a child. In some cases, this can include making a home visit to see the conditions of the home. It may also include...
Some studies have found a link between allegations of sexual misconduct and alcohol use, especially among college students. One study determined that the alleged perpetrator was under the influence in anywhere from 30% to 75% of on-campus sexual assault cases. Alcohol...
Many internet browsers have a private browsing mode, also known as an “incognito” browsing mode. However, this is not really private. Activity conducted in private browsing mode can still be tracked in numerous ways. This is often important for those who find...