Expungement And Legal Representation

Summary

Crimes in Washington State do not automatically get erased from your record, especially serious offenses. Fleeing can lead to additional charges. You may apply for expungement, but eligibility depends on the crime and sentence completion. Your right to a lawyer starts at your first court appearance. If not provided, it could violate your Sixth Amendment rights, but it doesnt guarantee case dismissal or release. Persistently request a lawyer. If rights are violated, file a grievance, seek legal assistance, or consider a federal civil rights lawsuit. Outcomes vary, and release is not guaranteed. Consult an attorney for specific advice.

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How long does it take for a crime that I committed in Washington state to be erased from my history if I'm been on the Run for a long time will it eventually be erased from my record or is does it stay on my record forever until I go to jail
In Washington State, a crime will not automatically be erased from your record over time, especially serious offenses. It's critical to note that:
- Fleeing could potentially lead to additional charges.
- You may apply for expungement, but eligibility depends on the nature of the crime and completion of sentence.
- Legal advice should be sought from a professional attorney.
How long does the state have in Washington state to provide me with an attorney when I have been arrested and I am in jail if they do not provide me with a attorney within that time frame what happens does my crime get dismissed or do I get released from jail or what happens if they do not provide me with attorney in the time frame that they are allowed
In Washington State, your right to a lawyer starts at your first court appearance, or arraignment. If you can't afford one, the court should appoint a public defender. If you're not provided a lawyer:
- This might be a violation of your Sixth Amendment rights.
- It doesn't necessarily mean your case will be dismissed or you'll be released.
- It's advisable to request a lawyer at every opportunity.
Forget About It by law how long does a state have to provide a person who's incarcerated with an attorney if they do not abide by that time frame what does the law say happens
The law mandates that an incarcerated person be provided an attorney at their first court appearance or arraignment. If the state fails to do this:
- It could infringe your Sixth Amendment rights.
- It doesn't automatically lead to case dismissal or release.
- You should persistently request a lawyer.
What can I do if I'm incarcerated and the courts violate my Sixth Amendment right by not providing me with an attorney what can I do about it what's the steps I should take to move forward against the state for violating my sixth amendment rights while I'm incarcerated can I do anything about this
If you believe your Sixth Amendment rights have been violated:
- File a grievance with the jail or prison.
- Request legal assistance from a public defender or pro bono attorney.
- Consider filing a federal civil rights lawsuit under Section *.
Is there a history of people being released from jail in Washington state for not being provided attorney
While there may be cases where people were released due to a violation of their Sixth Amendment rights, each case is unique and outcomes vary:
- The court may dismiss the case.
- The court may grant a new trial.
- Release is not guaranteed and depends on various factors.
- Consult with an attorney for a thorough understanding.