The defendant. You agree to pay the cost of diagnosis (evaluation) and treatment, if you financially able to do so, subject to RCW 10.05.130. Most insurance plans will cover (but not all) and Costs can run from $4000-$7000 or more depending on the provider.

You will be required to have SR-22 Insurance for 3 years on a Physical Control conviction in Washington State. This is also the same for DUI and Reckless Driving convictions.

Yes. In most cases, the Judge (and prosecutor) would like the opportunity to review a Petition for Deferred Prosecution and accompanying documents on a DUI charge before your Court appearance. Some Courts by local Court rule even mandate a specific time period. The most common is 7-14 days before the Court date. Regardless of a Court rule, it is always a good practice to do so. Otherwise, if it is a busy Court calender you will be asked to continue the hearing.

Yes, In most cases in Washington State, you can apply for an Ignition Interlock License (IIL) and drive for the duration of the suspension or revocation with an ignition interlock device in your vehicle . (unless you have a suspension or revocation for unrelated reasons)

See link and follow instructions. Apply for Ignition Interlock License (IIL)

Ten (10) business days is the requirement not including the day of service. The subpoena must be signed by a Department of Licensing (DOL) Hearing Officer and accompanied by the witness fee check. See link for form. DOL Subpoena

No. If you do a Deferred Prosecution for a DUI or Physical Control in Washington State it is not a conviction at any pont. (unlike a deferred sentence). However, the Deferred Prosecution does remain in the Court and Department of Licensing (DOL) records.

Absolutely. Upon arrest for DUI, you should ask to speak with an attorney immediately or as soon as possible. Do not make any statements to the police. There is an attorney (public defender) on call for that purpose. The officer will help you get in touch with them.

The Statute of Limitations is two (2) years in Seattle and Washington State. The Statute of Limitations is the time limit from the – date of arrest – for filing DUI or Physical Control charges

Yes. Kotlowski Law Office PLLC offers very flexible down payments and monthly payment plans for your DUI attorney fee. Down payments may start as low as $1000.00. Ty pical monthly payments range from $200.00 to $500.00. See Online Case Evaluation or simply call and/or text 24 hours a day to (206) 335-2422 to schedule a free consultation with DUI attorney James Kotlowski. If not answered immediately, our office will return your text/call/and/or email as soon as we can.