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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Possessing Marijuana in Washington State - Quantity Matters Greatly - VUCSA

The attorneys of Ashbach Law Offices, LLC have extensive successful history in representing clients charged with possession of marijuana (also commonly referred to a "pot possession"). Through our experience and legal knowledge, we are often able to achieve dismissals of charges, or suppression of evidence (leading to dismissals), as well as reduction of charges, saving mandatory jail time, treatment, and ability to obtain federal student loans. If you have been, or someone you care about has, been charged with a drug crime and need to speak with an experienced drug attorney or drug lawyer, call (360) 659-4950 today for a free, no-pressure consultation.

Depending on the amount of marijuana person is alleged to have possessed, that person could be charged with either a simple misdemeanor or a Class C felony. Oftentimes, this charge comes with the companion charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.


Possession of marijuana in an amount less than forty grams or less is a simple misdemeanor, punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $1000 fine.  For a first offense, there is a mandatory minimum day in jail and a $250 fine (plus likely probation and possible treatment being ordered). Subsequent violations have a mandatory minimum of $500 fine.
Possession of marijuana in an amount over forty grams is a Class C felony, which carries a maximum penalty of 5 years in jail and a $10,000 fine, although there are standard sentencing ranges based on a particular defendant’s criminal history.


Currently, there is a push to “decrimininalize” possession of small amounts of marijuana. In fact, the new City Prosecutor for Seattle Municipal Court has indicated that his office will not prosecute any more small possession crimes. Unfortunately, in most of the state, this is not the case, and many prosecutors ask for (and sometimes receive) stiff sentences for possessing small amounts of marijuana.


Ashbach Law Offices, LLC has significant history in successfully defending its clients who are charged with Possession of Marijuana crimes throughout Snohomish County and Skagit County. If you, or someone you care about, has been charged with Possession of Marijuana (or any other drug crime) call us today at (360) 659-4950 for a free consultation. We practice actively in cities like Arlington, Edmonds, Everett, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, Monroe, Mukilteo and Marysville, Washington.

RCW 69.50.4014 Possession of forty grams or less of marihuana — Penalty.

Except as provided in RCW 69.50.401(2)(c), any person found guilty of possession of forty grams or less of marihuana is guilty of a misdemeanor.

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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

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"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. "

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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

 

 

 

 

 

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