The sales of Girl Scout cookies provide funds for great learning adventures, and other opportunities for girls. Last year our Girls Scouts were earning money to keep having fun learning, Girl Scout camp, and a trip to Disneyland.
In addition these Girl Scouts are learning a variety of valuable life skills while they are setting up, selling and reporting their sales of these delightful morsels.
For the past several years Merrill Law has been supporting this Girls Scout Cookie sales. We purchase 5 boxes of delicious cookies from10 Girl Scouts.
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All of our applications for 2022 have been completed. We will be submitting the cookie orders soon.
Please follow the directions to allow for us to safely order and support the Girl Scouts.
Please Complete this Application so that we can order from you.
We will place our order from the first 10 Girl Scouts to submit this request.
We like to share a photo of the girls who stopped by the office with cookies to sell to Rick.
You can decide if your parent will email a photo to us, or if we will stage a no contact photo of the delivery on our porch.
We are looking forward to enjoying these delightful morsels.
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Thank you to everyone who made the Free Shred Event 2022 and Food Drive a Success. We were able to fill the truck completely this year.
The ProShred truck was late to arrive. They were over scheduled due to the unexpected loss of one of their trucks in a recent fire. However as soon as the truck arrived all of the boxes and bags that were dropped off were shred.
Free Shred Event 2022 Food Drive Results
We are happy to say that we filled a mini van with about 500 pounds of food donations and $300 dollars that were donated for the food bank.
We look forward to another amazing Event in January 2023
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Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs is also referred to as a DUI or sometimes DWI.
The Adult DUI
The charge for an adult is DUI.
A Driving Under the Influence is a gross misdemeanor, which has a maximum of 364 days in jail and additional court penalties.
Requires a blood alcohol content of .08 or,
5 nanograms or higher for Driving under the influence of Marijuana or,
In the alternative, be under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol.
Underage DUI
The charge for someone under the age of 21 is Driver Under Twenty-One consuming alcohol or marijuana and is operating or being in physical control of a motor vehicle.
An Underage DUI is a misdemeanor, which has a maximum of 90 days in jail and additional court penalties.
For a minor the blood alcohol content is .02.
Driving Under the Influence is a serious crime, with serious penalties for you.
You could be arrested.
Face a Driver’s license suspension.
You will have assorted Court hearings including an Arraignment, Pre-Trial hearings, Trial, Sentencing.
Sentencing can include Jail, Fines, Scram Bracelet, Drug and Alcohol Evaluation, Treatment, Ignition Interlock, SR 22 filing Insurance.
In the long term
You may need to have background checks done, that will bring this back to the surface years from now.
Some Countries, including Canada, do not allow you to enter if you have been convicted of a DUI.
Drinking? Driving? Don’t!
If you are drinking and travelling, plan to have a designated driver, call a friend, call a cab, call a tow truck, or Stay.
We know that this can be a life changing event but it isn’t the end of the world.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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What happens when you are arrested for a DUI in Washington State.
What happens when you are arrested for DUI
I am going to talk about what happens when you are arrested for a DUI in Washington State. Hello, I am Reece Merrill with Merrill Law.
Two Processes
If you get arrested for a DUI in Washington State, there are two processes going on. One is the administrative process with your license, which will be governed by the DOL (Department of License). The second process is governed by the Courts and that determines any kind of criminal punishment, aside from a license consequence, potentially going jail although hopefully not.
Department of License
Now the process with the DOL, the DOL will move much faster than the courts. The courts have 2 years to file any case against you as a result. The DOL will move much quicker. You will have 5 business days to request a hearing for the administrative process of suspending your license. If you get arrested for a DUI it is very important that you talk to an attorney about that DOL hearing fairly quickly. And the strategy you want to take there whether or not you want to request it or get the restricted license. But we should be able to help you keep driving in some way.
The Court
So for the Court side, at some point within the two years from the date of the violation, the date you have for your arrest or had contact with Law Enforcement. They will schedule your first court appearance which is called the Arraignment. At the arraignment it is time to enter a plea. You will want to be pleading not guilty. The court will also set some conditions of release. The basic conditions for a DUI that the court will set at the arraignment will be don’t commit any criminal law violations while the case is pending. Don’t drive without a valid license and insurance. Don’t get another DUI. And depending on the jurisdiction there might be an Ignition Interlock requirement. That is going to be more dependent on your individual criminal history as well as the jurisdiction that the case is in.
At that arraignment date they will set Pretrial hearings. Which are just status hearings to let the court know if you are ready to resolve the case or ready to tell the court that you are ready for Trial and then set for a Trial date. Generally at that first hearing most people won’t know whether or not they want to go to Trial. So there will probably be multiple court dates.
After the court sets the conditions, they are also going to set Pretrial court dates at the first hearing, the arraignment. The Pretrial hearings are for letting the courts know the status of the case. Either we want to declare that we are ready for trial, we want to ask for more time to investigate and negotiate the case, or we have some kind of resolution that everyone can be happy with. So it is possible that the case gets resolved at the first Pretrial hearing, but it is not outside of the ordinary that there would be multiple Pretrial hearings. The reason for that is to give the attorney more time to investigate and negotiate the case. Potentially there are some affirmative conditions that the State wants done before the case can be resolved. And things of that nature.
What happens when you are arrested for DUI
That is the basic outline of the process, both with DOL and with the Courts.
Now anytime you are arrested with a DUI it is important that you get in touch with an attorney.
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The court legal system can be very intimidating and even scary if you are not familiar with how the court system conducts business.
The criminal court process may begin within a few days or many months after the date of arrest.
The criminal court for your case begins when:
The arresting officer provides you with a court date and time
A notice of hearing mailed to you from the court.
Arraignment
An arraignment is the first hearing. The reason for an arraignment is for you to understand what you are being charged with. The arraignment is where you would enter your plea of “not guilty”.
A Private Attorney can enter your plea and waive your appearance for the arraignment if you are charged with a misdemeanor.
However a waiver of arraignment is not allowed and you are required to attend the hearing if you are charged with:
DUI
Physical Control
Domestic Violence.
When the plea is entered the judge will determine if you can be released .
The judge will consider:
Your criminal history.
Flight risk.
Your alleged breath alcohol level at the time of arrest if charged with DUI.
If you have made an effort to show the court that you are not a danger to the community.
If you have failed to appear for other cases.
The judge may impose conditions of release or have bail set for your release.
If you are being charged with a DUI the judge might release you with conditions that may include:
Electronic home monitoring (EHM),
Restrictions on consumption of alcohol,
Installation of an ignition interlock device (IIL)
Alcohol monitoring ankle bracelet also known as a SCRAM bracelet.
If you are being charged with a Domestic Violence crime the judge may impose:
A no contact order
No possession of firearms.
Pre-Trial Hearing or Readiness Hearing
The Pre-Trial or readiness hearing is where the prosecution and the defense inform the court of their progress, negotiations, or if the case is ready for trial.
Your case may be continued for additional readiness hearings based on:
courtroom availability,
additional evidence discovery,
continued negotiation, or
witness availability issues.
Resolutions are possible at readiness hearings, depending on the negotiation with the prosecutor.
Motion Hearings
Motion hearings are an opportunity for Legal motions to be presented. These motions may be to prevent your case from going to trial or relate to other needs.
Trial
If a resolution is not reached between the prosecutor and your attorney, then your case will be set for trial.
You may choose between a bench trial or a jury trial.
A bench trial allows the judge to be the sole person deciding if you are guilty or not guilty of the charges.
A jury trial will consist of 6 people (if charged with a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor) or 12 people (if charged with a felony).
These people are randomly selected from the community, and will make the decision if you are guilty or not guilty of the charges.
Sentencing
Sentencing is addressed after a finding of guilt has been decided for your case.
Your attorney negotiates with the prosecutor regarding a sentence recommendation
Often times both parties will have reached an agreed sentence recommendation that the prosecutor will present to the judge.
The judge has the authority to impose the sentence that he or she believes is appropriate for the crime.
This sentence may include fines, jail, restitution, evaluation, treatment, probation or other steps.
There are many ways an experienced attorney can fight for you.
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You have been out for some fun, enjoying a few alcoholic beverages. You grab your keys, hop into the driver’s seat and get on the road.
Soon you notice the red and blue lights flashing in your rear view mirror. Now you realize that you could be charged with a DUI.
If you have committed a traffic infraction, an officer will pull you over.
The officer will notice if there is an odor of alcohol or drugs from the car. He will look to see if your eyes are glassy or bloodshot. He will observe if your speech is slurred and your mannerisms seem to be impaired.
The Field Sobriety Test
With a reasonable suspicion of drunk driving, the officer will ask you to step out of the car and complete a field sobriety test.
A field sobriety test is a series of 3 tests that will be administered by an officer to determine the impairment of the driver and establish probable cause for arrest.
Test one is the horizontal gaze nystagmus test
The officer will watch the driver’s eyes, as the driver follows a slowly moving object. This is usually done with a writing utensil or a small flashlight.
Test two is the walk and turn test.
This requires the driver to listen, follow instructions, while performing the simple physical movements. The driver will be asked to take nine steps, heel-to-toe along a straight line, and then turn on one foot and return to the starting position walking along the same straight line heel-to-toe.
Test three is the one-leg stand test.
The driver will be asked to stand with one foot approximately six inches off of the ground and then will be directed to count aloud by thousands until the officer directs the driver to place the foot down.
The officer will be looking for indicators of impairment, which include swaying while balancing, use of the arms for balance, hopping to help maintain balance, and placing the foot down for balance.
Breath Test
The officer may also ask you to take a portable breath test to measure your blood alcohol content.
Should you Take the Test
It is important that you speak with an attorney prior to taking any type of test to determine your ability to drive.
The officer may place you under arrest and you may be taken to jail if you refuse to take the tests.
Knowing your Rights
The arresting officer is required to notify you of your right to talk to an attorney, within a reasonable amount of time.
It is important that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible to help determine which course of action you should take to help with your situation.
What are the Consequences?
Receiving a DUI is a serious offense and may lead to time in jail, suspension of your license, probation and many other requirements or penalties.
We know that DUIs can be a life changing event but it is not the end of the world.
There are many ways an experienced attorney can fight for you.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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We are here to have a conversation about DUI. It is a Criminal charge that has multiple agencies involved in the process. Here are some of the important things to know.
DUI, DOL, Courts, What Does it all mean?
There are 2 parts to a DUI. Administrative Loss of License through the Department of License and Criminal charges through the courts. Each DUI will have various factors that need to be addressed to resolve the case.
DOL is the Department of License.
The administrative hearing is held to determine if your case will require an administrative loss of license. The request for this hearing must be filed with in 7 days. Talk with an attorney to determine if an administrative hearing is the best step for you.
Court Criminal Case.
Each DUI that is charged will work its way through the court to come to a resolution of the criminal charges.
The Time Lines.
The time lines vary for each case and the Entity who is bringing the charges. While it can be hard to wait, there is simply a lot of documentation and steps required to file and begin each case.
While quick and easy is nice in regards to stressful situations, we have found that DUI cases are intricate and involved to process correctly. We will work with you to come to a resolution for the case.
We know that this can be a life changing event but it isn’t the end of the world.
There are many ways an experienced attorney can fight for you.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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Doza m
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Rick Merrill was very responsive and easy to work with, handled my case perfectly and got me the result I was after. Definitely recommend him for any of your needs.
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Keeping your license after a DUI includes submitting an application for an Ignition Interlock License (IIL) is a Restricted Driver’s License.
If approved by the Department of Licensing, a IIL will allow you to drive a vehicle while your current license is suspended or revoked for a drug or alcohol-related driving offense.
To be eligible, your driving record must show all of the following:
An arrest or conviction of any of the following:
DUI or Physical Control involving drugs or alcohol
Reckless Driving
Vehicular Assault involving drugs or alcohol
Vehicular Homicide involving drugs or alcohol
You have an unexpired WA driver license or a valid out of state driver license
Your current suspension or revocation doesn’t include:
Minor in Possession, or
Habitual Traffic Offender (Suspended 1st degree)
Ignition Interlock License Application
Before the Washington State Department of Licensing will consider your application for an ignition interlock license you must complete the following steps.
1. Install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle.
There are several ignition interlock device locations in Washington State, a general internet search should help you find one near you.
Choose an installer that is approved by the Washington State Patrol.
The ignition interlock installer will send proof of installation to the Department of Licensing.
Fees vary depending on the installation location you select. They may include an installation fee, a monthly fee for the device to be maintained in your vehicle, required monthly calibration of the ignition interlock device.
2. Provide proof of financial responsibility to Washington State.
Obtain a Certificate of Insurance, commonly known as SR-22 insurance.
The auto insurance company will submit the SR-22 filing to the Washington State Department of Licensing.
The SR-22 filing may take up to 10 business days to be processed.
3. Submit a Restricted Driver License Application.
This application can be found at https://www.dol.wa.gov/ under the ignition interlock driver’s license page.
Mail the completed application and the required $100.00 application fee to the Washington State Department of Licensing restricted licensing department.
If the Washington State Department of Licensing does not receive all documents that are required with your application within 30 days, they will deny your application.
What Happens Next?
Your application for the ignition interlock license will be reviewed by the Department of Licensing when all three steps are complete.
If the Department of Licensing approves your application, they will mail or email your ignition interlock license when your license suspension begins.
Things to Know About an Ignition Interlock license
It is valid only in Washington State.
It is required for the entire time your license is suspended.
You will be required to maintain ignition interlock devices on all the vehicles you drive.
Exceptions may exist for employer owned vehicles.
Keeping Your License After A DUI
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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Your license when you get a DUI is often a big concern for people.
When you have a DUI there are 2 separate legal processes to be handled.
One is the Criminal side of the DUI that is addressed by the presiding Court.
The other is the Administrative Hearing by the Department of Licensing.
The arresting officer will file the DUI report as required to address these two legal steps.
How Long is my License Good For?
The suspension of your driver’s license will begin 30 days from the date of your DUI arrest.
Department of Licensing Administrative Hearing
You have 7 days, from the date of the arrest, to request a hearing with the Department of Licensing to contest the suspension.
This hearing will be held by telephone and the results will be mailed to you.
What will the Department of Licensing Consider?
During your Department of License Administrative hearing the examiner will consider several details.
Were you under lawful arrest.
Did the officer have reasonable grounds to believe you had been driving or were in physical control of a motor vehicle in the state of Washington while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug,
Were you advised of your rights and warnings.
Did you refuse to submit to a test, or if you did take the test.
Did the test indicate an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more if you were 21 or over or 0.02 if you were under the age of 21.
What to Expect if We Handle the Hearing for you.
When you hire Merrill Law for your DUI, the Attorney will handle the Department of Licensing telephone hearing for you. When the examiner makes a decision, the results of the hearing will be mailed to you.
What to Expect If You Handle the Hearing Yourself.
The telephone hearing examiner will advise you that the testimony will be recorded and that all the testimony provided during the hearing is under oath.
The examiner will review the issues to be decided, and identify the exhibits. Exhibits may include the police report and breathalyzer report.
This is the opportunity to object to the admission of evidence or testimony. If an objection is made, the examiner will determine if it is appropriate to admit the evidence or testimony.
All the witnesses will be sworn in and the examiner will listen to their testimony. At this point you have the opportunity to testify, present evidence, cross-examine any of the state’s witnesses or you may bring your own witnesses to the hearing.
The hearing examiner will adjourn the hearing.
The examiner will review all of the submitted evidence. Then they will make a decision regarding the suspension of your license.
The review process may take the hearing examiner up to 6 weeks from the date of the hearing.
A temporary license will be extended for you that will be valid until the hearing examiner makes the final decision.
The examiner will mail a letter to the address that you have on record to notify you of the decision.
If You Do Not Request an Administrative Hearing.
Your license will only be valid for 30 days from the date of the DUI arrest. Your license will be suspended for 90 days or more.
We know that this can be a life changing event but it isn’t the end of the world.
There are many ways an experienced attorney can fight for you.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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You can have an Ignition Interlock Device installed in your personal vehicle. You can apply for an Ignition Interlock Employer Exemption. This will allow you to continue to drive for work after you have been accused of a DUI.
If the Court or the Department of License (DOL) has ordered you to have an Ignition Interlock Device installed on your personal vehicle, there is an exemption available for you to drive employer owned vehicles. The vehicle must be owned, leased, rented or be the temporary responsibility of your employer.
To be eligible to apply for the Employer Declaration for Ignition Interlock Exemption you need to:
Have an Ignition Interlock installed on your personal vehicle.
Complete the employee section of the form.
Have your employer complete their portion of the form.
Send a copy of the completed form to the Department of License
You need to carry a copy of the form when you are driving the company vehicle.
You can find the Employer Declaration for the Exemption for the Ignition Interlock requirement at dol.wa.gov or you may Click Hereto follow the link to the Department of License form.
Important Details To Be Aware Of.
The Exemption will only apply to a vehicle that your employer has directed you to drive. It will not apply to any vehicles that you are driving for your personal commute to and from work.
Feel free to call us with any questions or to ask for help to complete the form.
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What you need to know about Bail is that when you are charged with a Crime, the Judge will set conditions for your release.
These may include that you appear at future court hearings, do not get charged with another crime, as well as an assortment of other limitations.
To help ensure that you are inclined to follow the directions, they will often set an amount of money that you need to pay the court for your release. This is called Bail.
There are two ways that you can make your bail payment.
You can pay the entire amount to the Court. All of your bail money returned to you if you complete all the conditions and attend all of the hearings as required.
You can pay a fee of 10 percent of the total bail amount to a Bail Bonds company. At the completion of your case, your collateral will be returned. The bail bonds company will keep the fee.
What you need to know about Bail to get your money back.
Be aware that if you do not appear at your court hearings, or meet all of your conditions, you will forfeit your Bail money.
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A Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor (SCRAM) bracelet is a device used by courts and probation officers in Washington State, including Everett and Snohomish County, to monitor alcohol consumption. This bracelet is typically used for individuals facing DUI charges and is designed to track alcohol levels in a person’s system continuously.
The SCRAM bracelet is securely attached to a person’s lower leg, just above the ankle, and provides real-time monitoring of alcohol consumption through a specialized process.
When is a SCRAM Bracelet Required?
If you’re arrested for DUI in Snohomish County or nearby areas like Everett, the court may require you to wear a SCRAM bracelet as part of your release conditions. Common reasons for being ordered to wear a SCRAM bracelet include:
Having prior DUI convictions
Having a high blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of your arrest
Once ordered, the bracelet must be worn until your DUI case concludes, helping courts ensure that you’re abstaining from alcohol while your legal case is pending.
How Does a SCRAM Bracelet Work?
The SCRAM bracelet continuously monitors alcohol levels in your body by analyzing the ethanol vapor in your perspiration. This technology, called transdermal alcohol testing, allows the device to detect alcohol in your system even if you’re not visibly sweating.
Key features of the SCRAM bracelet include:
Automated Testing: The device tests for alcohol every 30 minutes, around the clock.
Data Storage: All data is stored in the bracelet and is uploaded to a base station at scheduled intervals.
Proximity to Base Station: You must be within 30 feet of the base station during data transmission.
Remote Transmission: Test results are automatically sent to your assigned probation officer or agent via a telephone line or wireless connection.
Limitations and Care Guidelines
While the SCRAM bracelet is highly effective in monitoring alcohol consumption, there are some important limitations and care guidelines to keep in mind:
No Tampering: The device is equipped to detect any tampering, obstruction, or damage. Attempts to interfere with the bracelet can result in additional penalties.
Water Restrictions: You cannot submerge the SCRAM bracelet in water. This means no baths or swimming while the bracelet is in place.
Showering: You can shower, but only with alcohol-free soap. It’s important to keep the area around the bracelet dry to prevent skin irritation.
Living with a SCRAM Bracelet
Having to wear a SCRAM bracelet can be a life-changing event, but it doesn’t have to define your future. If you’re in Everett or Snohomish County and have been ordered to wear one, it’s important to comply with all regulations and court orders to avoid further complications. At Merrill Law, we understand that navigating DUI cases can be overwhelming. Our legal team is here to support you through every step of the process and ensure that you have the best possible outcome.
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A diagnostic evaluation of your alcohol or drug use history by a certified chemical dependency professional also known as an evaluator.
Why do I Have a Drug or Alcohol Evaluation Requirement?
There are a few reasons why someone would need to get a Drug or Alcohol evaluation.
The court may require an alcohol or drug evaluation as part of your probationary release of a current case.
The Department of Licensing requires an evaluation to reinstate your license, after a DUI conviction.
Your attorney may ask you to complete an alcohol or drug evaluation in order to help with negotiations with the prosecutor for your pending D.U.I. case.
The Evaluation Interview
The certified evaluator will ask you a multitude of questions to help assess your current alcohol or drug use.
They will review your:
Legal history
Blood alcohol content or evidence of drug use at the time of the arrest.
Case history including: age, marital status, education, any previous military service, job status, mental and medical health.
Current use of any prescribed or over the counter medications.
You will be required to submit a urine sample for a toxicology screening for drugs and alcohol.
Evaluation Completion
After the Evaluation Interview the Evaluator will gather required documents to complete the evaluation report.
Most agencies require the police report from the incident, your criminal background history, and a copy of your motor vehicle driving record. You will need to sign the treatment agencies release of information so they may submit it to the Attorney.
The diagnostic evaluation with suggested treatment measures are compiled from the personal interview and the data from the various reports.
Various Treatment Recommendations.
Treatment recommendations are made by the professional. The Evaluator will recommend the best course of action to take regarding your current legal issue for the court to review.
These may include intensive inpatient treatment, outpatient care, an 8 hour alcohol drug information school(A.D.I.S.) or a Victims Panel. And are specific to the individual case.
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A Criminal Deferred Prosecution is generally related to a DUI.
A person will only qualify to use a Deferred Prosecution once in their Lifetime.
Important to know…
You are required to go through an Evaluation and must agree that one of the following was a contributing factor in your DUI.
Alcohol
Drugs
Mental Health
You need to complete an Outpatient Treatment program for 2 years.
You must abide by all Probation restrictions for 5 years.
Good News
If you do everything as instructed and do not violate any of the restrictions, your DUI will be dismissed.
Bad News
If you are convicted of a second DUI, this Deferred DUI will count as a prior offense. Which will add to the consequences.
Criminal Deferred Prosecution Details
A criminal deferred prosecution is something that should not be taken lightly. If you have been charged with a DUI or physical control in Washington State you are only eligible for deferred prosecution once in a lifetime. If you are able to complete all of the court imposed conditions after a 5 year period, the DUI charge will be dismissed.
Deferred prosecution has its benefits. It can help you keep your driver’s license, avoid having to serve jail time, as well help those with serious drug or alcohol dependency achieve sobriety.
EligibilityCriminal Deferred Prosecution
There is a strict criteria that you must meet before you can be eligible for deferred prosecution.
You cannot have been granted a deferred prosecution in your lifetime
You must be diagnosed by a court approved substance abuse counselor as alcohol dependent, drug dependent or have mental health issues diagnosed by a mental health professional
You must be enrolled and complete a 2 year treatment program for alcohol or drug abuse, or a 2 year treatment program for mental health treatment. RCW 10.05.020
When you enter into a deferred prosecution program you need to consider several court requirements
When you agree to a deferred prosecution for a DUI, you must give up the opportunity to fight your case in court. Meaning if at all during the 5 year period you are found out of compliance with the terms of the deferred prosecution, the presiding judge would read the police report from DUI charge, and you could be found guilty of the DUI charge without the ability to present evidence in your defense.
After you have successfully completed the deferred prosecution program and the DUI charge is dismissed, the deferred prosecution is still considered a prior offense. RCW 46.61.5055
When accepting a deferred prosecution you are legally required to state that you have an alcohol or drug abuse problem or suffering from mental health issues, and by stating this you agree that without professional treatment the possibility of a repeat offense is likely.
You are required to be abstinent from alcohol and non-prescribed, mood altering drugs during the 5 year deferred program. You will be required to submit random urinalysis tests through the treatment agency and probation to confirm your abstinence from alcohol or drugs.
A rigorous 2 year treatment program for alcohol, drug abuse or mental health is required.
There are several costs to consider when entering into a deferred prosecution program. You will be required to take financial responsibility for any treatment program expenses as well as probation costs. Courts will consider probation costs to be paid over a length of time, however it is important to understand that expenses can range in the $1000’s
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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Traveling with a DUI charge or conviction. When you are traveling out of the country can be a bit more complicated.
You need to be aware that there are rules and restrictions that may prevent your entry into other countries, including Canada.
Be Prepared
Do your research for the country you are planning to visit
Crossing the Border
According to the Canadian Immigration law if you have been charged with or convicted of a Driving while Impaired (DUI), you could be denied entry into Canada.
Canada does have a permit that you can apply for that may allow your entry into Canada.
Traveling With DUI Required Documents
Check your documents prior to making any trip across an international border, to confirm each country requirements for entry.
The Canada Border Services Agency has a list of acceptable documents for a United States citizen may need to cross the border.
A list of those documents for re-entry United States of America are on the US customs and border protection website.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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A reckless driving offense is a criminal charge . It is described in the RCW 46.61.500 as “Any person who drives any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.”
Reckless Driving is a gross misdemeanor and is a major traffic offense.
It is punishable by:
Up to 364 days in jail
A fine, not more than $5000.00.
Driver’s license suspension for 30 days.
Decision to File Reckless Driving Charges
State or County Officers
The patrol officer submits a complete report to the prosecutor. The prosecutor decides if charges will be filed in the court.
You will be notified by mail once the prosecutor has decided that there is enough evidence to charge you for this offense.
Your notice of hearing will include the arraignment location, date, and time.
City Officers
The City Police officer will issue a criminal citation. Charges are filed and a printed criminal citation is given to you. This will included the arraignment location, date and time information for your case.
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Rick Merrill presents the Educator of the Month award to outstanding educators in Snohomish County. The recipient receives a plaque and $500 to help defray miscellaneous expenses for the classroom.
The Law Offices of Rick H. Merrill has been a part of the Snohomish County community since 1994. It is important to Rick to support our neighbors, local businesses and schools. Rick partnered up with local radio station KXA 1520 am to sponsor a local educator each month. Rick Merrill is recognizing our educators for their hard work and sacrifices. Who demonstrate their care and commitment to each generation of children.
Winners are presented a plaque donated by Awards Service, Inc., a great big check to display, and $500 to help defray miscellaneous costs for the classroom.
Congratulations to our 2021 January Educator of the Month, Scott Holland of Park Place Middle School in the Monroe School District
He is an amazing science and math teacher he makes the classes fun. He volunteered to help me when I was struggling with math.
Nominated by Maddie H.
Congratulations to our 2021 February Educator of the Month, Scott Flanders of Lake Stevens High School.
Nominated by Aurora M.
Mr. Flanders is an Amazing teacher, who engages students. Excellent math teacher who goes above and beyond to teach kids who struggle. Mr. Flanders is also a teacher many feel safe talking with. Many students have taken the opportunity to talk with Mr. Flanders and his door is always open to talk with, eat lunch with or get some extra help.
I have never known a teacher who goes so above and beyond for his students. Mr. Flanders is also very active in the food drive within the school, helping students collect as much as possible in a variety of ways. He takes the opportunity to truly get to know each and every student and their learning style early in the semester so he can best cater his teaching style for all in his classes, Mr. Flanders is truly a teacher that goes above and beyond.
Congratulations To Our 2021 March Educator Of The Month, Sara Coiley of the Everett High School.
Words cannot describe the impact Sara Coiley has had on my life (both academic and personal).
When I was a student in high school I was quite shy and very nervous. Sara took the time out of her day to connect with me and to give me the confidence to pursue theatre. If it wasn’t for Sara, I wouldn’t be where I am today.
She pulls resources together like nobody’s business and works with a club budget that isn’t nearly large enough for the program. Her time at Everett High has brought more students, diversity, and love into the arts and drama department at the school.
About the Everett High School Drama Club: The Theatre Program has over 100 students who partake in Theatre and Technical Theatre classes, and includes almost 100 students who participate in extra-curricular plays, improv and musicals each season. Our curriculum courses offered are Beginning Drama, Intermediate/Advanced Drama, Technical Theatre I, II & III. All drama courses are semester long and students receive 0.5 fine arts credit; our technical theatre I course is a full year course in which our students receive a 1.0 fine arts and 1.0 CTE credit; technical theatre II & III are both semester courses and students receive 0.5 fine arts and 0.5 CTE credit. Our extracurricular program provides opportunity for students to earn varsity letter and points toward induction into the International Theatre Society – an honor society for the performing arts.
Nominated by Lukas P.
Congratulations To Our 2021 April Educator Of The Month, Jon Murray of the Arlington High School.
Jon is outstanding in all that he does! He is an incredible science teacher and a phenomenal track country coach. Jon is easily one of the most positive, encouraging, lead by example people I have ever met. I just hope all 3 of my boys get the opportunity to have him as a teacher or coach!!!
Nominated by Cole Y.
Congratulations To Our 2021 May Educator Of The Month, Kristie Rickert Of The Heatherwood Middle School.
My son has struggled with math during his grade school days and never got a grade higher than a B minus. He went to middle school and was very scared about his math.
His math teacher, Miss Rickert has offered after school tutoring for him twice a week and sends weekly emails to me regarding his progress. Under Miss Rickert, my son is now getting a 3.7 (A) grade, largely due to her assistance after school and inspiration. My son’s overall confidence has improved tremendously.
Nominated by John N.
Congratulations To Our 2021 June Educator Of The Month, Bill Kusler Of Skyline Elementary School.
Nominated by Scott M.
Bill teaches Music and Fitness to many Skyline Elementary Students. My oldest grandson Asher is in Kindergarten and loves Mr. Kuslers’s excellent on line, remote teaching lessons. I have a few video clips of Asher doing Mr. Kuslers fitness. They are indeed adorable but go way beyond that, demonstrating the sincere, kind, dedicated and loving Teacher that Mr. Kusler is.
Dear Mr. Merrill and Staff,
I was able to purchase a very nice autoharp (picture attached) with the Educator of the Month grant money. Thank you again for your kindness.
Sincerely,
🙂 Bill Kusler
Congratulations To Our 2021 September Educator Of The Month, Merriah Sample of the Forrest View Elementary School.
Nominated by Scott H.
Mrs. Sample is a school counselor at Forest View Elementary. She does such an amazing job of understanding and helping the students there.
When our son was at Forest View, Ms. Sample helped him to improve his social skills, behavior, and organization. She is always positive in her interactions with students and parents. She has had a huge positive impact on the lives of so many students!
Congratulations October Educator of the Month Catherine McMaster. Thank you for your dedication to the students of Little Cedars Elementary.
Congratulations to 2021 October Educator Of The Month, Catherine McMaster of Little Cedars Elementary School.
My mom, she spends COUNTLESS after hours readying her classes, and goes above and beyond to aid to each child’s individual needs. Even when she was doing Special Ed kindergarten. She is one of the strongest and most supportive people I know and has made a great impact on people in the community. In fact this last summer on her birthday a Special Ed student she had heard back, unannounced, stopped by our house with our entire family there to drop off a card of how much her support changed her life.
Nominated by Trace M.
November Educator of the Month Kim Anderson 2021
Congratulations to 2021 November Educator Of The Month, Kim Anderson of Arlington Christian School.
When COVID-19 hit and the public schools all went online my daughter who is in 5th grade could not keep up. Having a learning disability and trying to do online education was not working. We are so fortunate to have found Arlington Christian School. Mrs. Anderson has helped my daughter’s confidence tremendously. She is now even reading out loud in class. She loves school so much now.
Nominated by Renae H.
December Educator of the Month Lanna Duncan 2021
Congratulations to 2021 December Educator Of The Month, Lanna Duncan of Totem Falls Elementary.
Lanna Duncan is quite frankly the best thing that has happened to our school during the 9 years I have been employed at Totem Falls Elementary. Lanna came to us beginning in the 2018-19 school year as the first full time counselor we have been able to have. The energy, and fun demeanor is something that we desperately needed! The non-stop energy she has is amazing…and just before the school year she had a baby…she had every excuse in the world to be dragging daily…not her! Since joining our school she has joined me in being an advisor for our student counsel, a lead in our assembly creation team, and her many small groups she meets with daily/weekly to enrich the lives of students who need that extra bit of love. Since we have been in this online/distance learning model she not only checks in with her students that are on her own case load, but will check in with every single staff member to see how they are doing and if there is anything else that she can do to help them…all while going above and beyond doing her own job. She’s quite frankly amazing and I feel so blessed to not just call her a co-worker but a great friend as well. I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this honor.
Nominated by Jeremy C.
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Santa reads some favorite stories to his little friend George. George is a young Poodle who visits Santa. He really likes to hear a story each night to help him settle in for bed.
Join us as we listen to these wonderful, familiar tales from the cozy fireplace in the North Pole.
Stories with Santa “T’was the Night Before Christmas”
T’was the Night Before Christmas
Christmas Wishes and Holiday Greetings
Each year we hope that you find Joy in the season, Wonder in the moments, Peace with people, and a Reason to celebrate.
Wishing you smiles, laughter, memories and joy when you celebrate your Christmas and Holiday Traditions.
Photos With Santa
Keep the magic alive this year celebrating your Christmas Traditions, including Cookies, Cakes, Stockings, Trees, Lights and so much more. An important tradition that many people miss doing is taking photos with Santa. We have a great plan to help those who wish to keep their distance and their traditions alive.
Santa’s Sleigh has arrived with a special delivery of his life sized Stand In. We invite you to stop by when your schedule and lighting allows you to take your own photos with Santa.
Bring a camera to record your special memories. The photo space is on our covered front porch. We will continue to add more lights and fun props as we get closer to the holiday.
Here you can learn more about taking Photos with Santa for this year.
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Gotten many tickets dropped or the charge reduced to a non moving violation. Yes it would be great if they all could be dropped but at the end of the day my insurance is still affordable. Anyone leaving bad reviews about the Merrill's not getting a charge totally dismissed did not listen or read well enough when entering the contact as they make it very clear that both are a possibility.
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Doza m
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Rick Merrill was very responsive and easy to work with, handled my case perfectly and got me the result I was after. Definitely recommend him for any of your needs.
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