Recent Results:

Assault in the 4th Degree - Domestic Violence - "NOT GUILTY" at trial

DUI - evidence suppressed, case dismissed

Felony drug possession - reduced to gross misdemeanor, no jail

Assault in the 4th Degree - Domestic Violence and Interfering with Reporting Domestic Violence - "NOT GUILTY" at trial

DUI - resolved as infraction

Second Degree Assault (Felony) - "NOT GUILTY" at trial

Theft/Shoplifting - Dismissed

Trespassing - Dismissed

Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

DUI with .19 BAC- resolved as Negligent Driving; to be dismissed after a year

Hit and Run Attended - Dismissed

Manufacture of a Controlled Substance (Felony) - reduced to gross misdemeanor, no jail

Assault in the 4th Degree - Domestic Violence - Dismissed

Rendering Criminal Assistance - Dismissed

Malicious Mischief (Domestic Violence) - Reduced to Disorderly Conduct; No Jail, firearm rights retained

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - No Contact Order dropped, Case Dismissed

Hit and Run Unattended - Dismissed

Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

Theft in the Third Degree - Dismissed

Negligent Driving in the First Degree - reduced to simple traffic infraction

Reckless Driving - Reduced to simple traffic infraction; no license suspension

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence; Original offer 60 days jail; result in Disorderly Conduct, no jail.

DUI - Dismissed and refiled as Negligent Driving - no jail, no license suspension

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Dismissed on Compromise of Misdemeanor

Furnishing Liquor to Minors - Dismissed

No Contact Order dropped

Felony Drug Possession - resolved as gross misdemeanor; no jail and no treatment

Federal Drug Possession - Dismissed

Driving with Suspended License - Dismissed

Theft in the Third Degree - Dismissed

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Dismissed

Two counts of assault with a firearm - one day jail; case to be dismissed after 12 months probation.

Probation Review Hearing - New Criminal Charges - No Action by Court

Client's Third DUI - resolved as Negligent Driving

 

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Domestic Violence Lawyers in Washington State- Call (360) 659-4950 today for a free consultation with lawyers practicing in King, Skagit and Snohomish Counties

Ashbach Law Offices, LLC has extensive history representing those charged with Domestic Violence crimes. Recent results include: dismissals, not guilty verdicts in jury trials, reductions, removing domestic violence tags, dropping of no-contact orders, and other non-conviction results.

Generally, a domestic violence crime is a crime that involves either a) physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or the infliction of fear or imminent physical harm, bodily injury or assault, or b) sexual assault, or c) stalking, by one family or household member against another.
The definition of family or household member is quite expansive, and encompasses spouses, domestic partners, former spouses, people who have a child together, adult persons related by blood or marriage, adults who have lived together or are living together, people who are sixteen years or older and have had a dating relationship with each other, parents, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and grandparents.
Basically, if you are related to someone, or have lived with that person, you both are probably family or household members.
People who are alleged to have committed a domestic violence crime are subject to stiff penalties, including:

  • Losing firearm rights
  • Issuance of no-contact orders between the alleged victim and alleged perpetrator
  • Jail time
  • Inability to serve any jail time on electronic home monitoring.
  • Fines and court costs
  • Probation
  • Domestic violence treatment classes
  • Impact on custody or divorce proceedings
  • Deportation or denial of naturalization

Essentially any crime can be a “Domestic Violence” crime, provided it meets the requirements above. Typical crimes include assault (from 1st to 4th degree), Interfering with the Reporting of Domestic Violence, Malicious Mischief, Harassment, Stalking, Violating a No-Contact Order, among many others.

If you have, or someone you care about has, been charged with a Domestic Violence crime in Snohomish or Skagit County, call Ashbach Law Offices, LLC today at (360) 659-4950 for a free consultation. Our experienced domestic violence lawyers practice in all of Snohomish County, from Arlington to Edmonds, Everett to Lake Stevens, to Lynnwood, to Monroe and to Marysville. We also defend those charged with domestic violence in Burlington, Washington, Mount Vernon, Washington, and the rest of Skagit County.

Assault in the fourth degree. - RCW 9A.36.041
 (1) A person is guilty of assault in the fourth degree if, under circumstances not amounting to assault in the first, second, or third degree, or custodial assault, he or she assaults another.

 (2) Assault in the fourth degree is a gross misdemeanor.

Assault in the third degree - RCW 9A.36.031

Assault in the second degree - RCW 9A.36.021

Assault in the first degree - RCW 9A.36.011

 

 

 

For a free, no-pressure consultation, call 360-659-4950 or 1-888-WA-LAW-NW (1-888-925-2969)

 

Heard in Local Courtrooms:

“You have greatly benefited from Mr. Ashbach’s advocacy” – Local court judge

“Not guilty” – Local juries

“Good brief. We’ll dismiss your case.” – Local prosecutor

“Such a result would not have been possible without your attorney’s assistance.”  - Local court judge

“Defense motion granted. Case dismissed” – Local court judge

“Your client was very fortunate to have such a dedicated and thorough attorney” – Local prosecutor

“For the record, excellent briefing and oral argument” – Local court judge

"Evidence suppressed. Case dismissed." Local court judge

Sample Reviews:

"Working with Mr. Ashbach brought a great sense of peace to me and to my family. I was so relieved the day in which I hired him, and appreciated not only his knowledge, but his approachable and trustworthy character, as well as his availability. Brian is very diligent and dedicated, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a strong defense. "

"Brian Ashbach represented me in my criminal case and I can’t tell you how pleased I am with the results. I had a very challenging case and was amazed when it was dismissed. Brian was very dependable and conscientious of my situation and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend his services to others. "

"Just wanted to say how much I appreciate your help in handling my DV assault charges. I feel as if a great weight has been lifted from my shoulders. I could not have done it without your help. I feel that your rates were extremely reasonable for the amount of work you put in on my case, and I will be referring you to everyone I know that may need counsel."

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More Recent Results:

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - amended to Disorderly Conduct and to be dismissed in twelve months

Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Dismissed.

Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

Malicious Mischief Third Degree - Domestic Violence - to be dismissed after 12 months; no treatment

Felony Drug Possession - Resolved as misdemeanor, no jail, no treatment

Theft in the Third Degree - Shoplifting - to be dismissed in 12 months

Client's Second DUI - resolved as Negligent Driving

Shoplifting - Dismissed

Negligent Driving Second Degree - Dismissed

Theft - Dismissed

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Dismissed at arraignment upon legal argument

Shoplifting - Dismissed

Possession of Dangerous Weapon - Evidence suppressed, case dismissed

Prostitution Charges - Dismissed

Failure to Comply with Police - Dismissed

First Degree Robbery - Resolved as Theft

Reckless Driving - No Conviction

Driving with Suspended Licence - No Conviction

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Dismissed

Reckless Driving - No Conviction

Trespassing - No Conviction

Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Dismissed
Assault in the Fourth Degree – Domestic Violence – To be dismissed; no contact order dropped; no jail
Assault in the Fourth Degree – Reduced to Disorderly Conduct; no contact order dropped; no jail
Possession of Marijuana  – Dismissed
Violation of No Contact Order – Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana  – Dismissed
Driving with Suspended License – no conviction; no jail
DUI – Reduced to Negligent Driving
Assault in the Fourth Degree – Domestic Violence – Dismissed; no contact order dropped; no jail
DUI – Reduced to Negligent Driving