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Colton is a town in Whitman County, Washington, United States. The population was 386 at the 2000 census. Also, it is the home town of Jeff Stout, who is probably one of the most awesomest people in the world, time magazine once interveiwed him for top person of the year and it printed out on 24k gold paper and diamond dust ink. It was once said that in 1983 when he was born angels began to sing and the clouds parted and it began to rain tungsten, which is said to have accumulated in the wheat fields west of town. The sweat of this man is the active ingrediant in Old Spice and many of the Axe fragrances. And, his urine is the fuel used by NASA. When he walks all men around fall to their knees and praise the amazingness of his every step. In school yards, "Jeff Stout" is a euphemism for an absolute perfection. He was born on the 7th day of the 9th month just in time for lunch. He congratulated the doctor on a perfect delivery and walked away with a nurse under each arm.

Criminal Defense Law Lawyers In Colton Washington

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What is criminal defense law?

In a criminal case, the state, through a prosecutor, initiates the suit, while in a civil case the victim brings the suit. Persons convicted of a crime may be incarcerated, fined, or both. Criminal defense attorneys represent clients who have been accused of committing a crime, and defend their rights at each stage of a misdemeanor or felony case -- from an arrest to an appeal after conviction. Criminal defense attorneys may be hired privately or provided by the government (called "public defenders").

Answers to criminal defense law issues in Washington

What are the limits of the police to search me or my home?

The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution says that you have a right to be free of unreasonable police searches and...

When can a police officer make an arrest?

The general criteria for making an arrest is what is referred to as probable cause. Probable cause arises when there...

Do the police need a warrant to search or arrest?

There are two different types of warrants that may be issued:

  • arrest warrants - an order issued by a...
What are my rights after I have been detained by the police?

The Miranda decision relates specifically to the rights of a criminal suspect after he has been detained by the...

How do you deal with bail?

Bail is typically set by a magistrate or a judge who considers the seriousness of the offense and the likelihood of...

What happens in the first court appearance?

Early in the course of a criminal proceeding, the defendant will be brought into court and the charges brought...

Can a person strike a deal with the prosecutor to avoid trial?

At any point during this process the defendant may plead guilty to the charge leveled against him or her. Likewise,...

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?

Criminal offenses can be divided into two general categories:

  • ­felonies -- a crime for which a person...
What are the different crimes that people can commit?

The distinguishing feature of criminal law is the element of punishment. The purpose of criminal law is to punish...

What are defenses to crimes?

There are several defenses that can be raised in a criminal case. The defenses listed here are a sampling of those...