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First Degree Robbery - Resolved as Theft

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What are Misdemeanors and Gross Misdemeanors?


Misdemeanors and Gross Misdemeanors are generally considered “lesser crimes,” and are usually handled in Court of Limited Jurisdiction.

These courts are better known as “district court” or “municipal court” as opposed to Superior Court, where felonies are handled.  In Snohomish County, there are four District Courts: Cascade District Court (located in Arlington, Washington), Everett District Court (Everett, Washington), Evergreen District Court (Monroe, Washington) and South District Court (Lynnwood Washington). There are also several municipal courts, which include the courts in Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, and Marysville, Washington.


Misdemeanors are crimes that are punishable by a maximum of ninety (90) days in jail and a thousand dollar ($1000) fine. Examples include: Driving with Suspended License in the Third Degree, Negligent Driving in the First Degree, and Disorderly Conduct.

Gross misdemeanors are crimes that are punishable by a maximum of a year (365 days) in jail and a five thousand dollar ($5000) fine. Examples include: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Reckless Driving, Assault, Theft and Hit and Run (attended and unattended).


Ashbach Law Offices, LLC has an extensive practice handling misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors in and around Snohomish County, consistently achieving great results for our clients. If you, or someone you care about, has been charged with a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor, call our office at (360) 659-4950 today for a free consultation.


Ashbach Law Offices, LLC represents those charged with misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor charges arising out of Arlington, Edmonds, Everett, Granite Falls, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, Marysville, Monroe, and the rest of Snohomish County, Washington.

These charges are typically filed in Cascade District Court, Edmonds Municipal Court, Everett District Court, Everett Municipal Court, Evergreen District Court, Lynnwood Municipal Court, Marysville Municipal Court, and South District Court, all located in Snohomish County, Washington.

 

 

 

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