The role of mental health in alleged crimes is often overlooked. While the presence of a mental illness is not always explicit in a person’s behavior, it is sometimes apparent that an individual might have been going through a difficult time when he or she engaged in...
Month: July 2021
What happens if my teen with mental disorders faces an arrest?
A mental or substance use disorder can have a substantial impact on your teen’s overall behavior. Unfortunately, their condition could make them act impulsively and get them in trouble. The law in Washington recognizes that your child’s mental disorder or substance...
Is an ankle monitor a good choice for my child?
Limiting the possibility of incarceration is often a top priority for parents of teens who are facing criminal allegations. For some Washington parents, the opportunity for ankle monitors may seem preferable to time spent in a juvenile detention facility. The...
Driver facing criminal charges for vehicle theft
A Washington state man was recently arrested for allegedly stealing a woman’s vehicle. The stolen vehicle apparently belonged to a police officer who had been killed in an off-duty accident. The man accused of stealing the vehicle is facing multiple criminal charges,...