Happy New Year

Happy New Year

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The Law Office of Chris Van Vechten wishes our clients a very Happy New Year. In 2014, it has been a tremendous honor to represent 95% of those who visit us.

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V for Van Vechten

V for Van Vechten

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Chris Van Vechten is a well-known criminal defense attorney, working in The Law Office of Chris Van Vechten Tacoma.

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DUI

I Haven’t Even Been Convicted Yet, Why Has My License to Drive Been Suspended?

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The collateral consequences of a DUI conviction are numerous and harsh. But often my client’s primary concern is preventing their driving license from being suspended or restoring it upon resolving their matter. Because many DUI defendants struggle to understand…

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The Effect of I-594

The Effect of I-594

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Washington state’s Initiative 594 (I-594) is the most comprehensive attempt to restrict the rights of law-abiding gun owners in the state. Read the blog to learn the facts about the new law (i-594), what it replaces and what doesn’t.

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Defending DUIs

Defending DUIs

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If you have been arrested for a DUI and When it comes to defending DUIs case, you should talk to a DUI attorney about the defense available.

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100 Days in Office

100 Days in Office

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We are pleased to inform you that The Law Office of Chris Van Vechten has just marked 100 days in this office with a professional service agreement.

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Private Counsel or Public Defender

Private Counsel or Public Defender

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If you were recently arrested or even arraigned, the decision of whether to keep your public defender or retain private counsel is the most important choice you will make going forward – regardless of whether your ultimate goal is to prove your innocence at trial, or negotiate a plea deal in advance.

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1023-EZ

Easier than Ever to File for 501(c)(3) Status

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The Law Office of Chris Van Vechten was recently retained to assist a Kitsap County youth sports client in applying for 501(c)(3) status. The new 1023-EZ Form makes it easier to apply for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3). It can be filed electronically through Pay.gov

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Get Help to You Voting Rights Restoration

Get Help Restoring Your Right to Vote for Free

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For the month of July, the Law Office of Chris Van Vechten is offering FREE assistance to convicted felons in Washington State who are interested in restoring their right to vote. While restoration of voting rights does not normally require an attorney, Chris is willing to lend assistance to those who have worked to regain their voice, along with their freedom, and want some non-partisan assistance.

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Bottled Beer

Why Bottled Beer is Better

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Summer is a great time to be outside and to socialize….and law enforcement knows it. Summer bears witness to a noticeable uptick in all crimes and misdemeanors – especially alcohol related. DUI and MIP are the obvious ones – but some alcohol crimes are more esoteric.

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Tacoma, Washington 98405

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Criminal Defense Law

The Law Office of Chris Van Vechten is a Criminal Defense Law Office Serving:

Seattle and all of King County

Bellevue . Kent . Renton . Federal Way . Auburn . Redmond . Shoreline . Kirkland . Sammamish . Burien . Issaquah . Des Moines . SeaTac . Mercer Island . Maple Valley . Kenmore . Tukwila . Covington . Lake Forest Park

Tacoma and all of Pierce County

Tacoma . Auburn . Lakewood . Puyallup . University Place . Bonney Lake . Enumclaw . Sumner . Edgewood . Fife . DuPont . Gig Harbor . Milton . Orting . Pacific . Fircrest . Steilacoom . Buckley . Eatonville . Roy . Carbonado . Wilkeson . South Prairie

Olympia and all of Thurston County

Lacey . Tumwater . Yelm

Bremerton and all of Kitsap County

Bainbridge Island . Port Orchard . Poulsbo