Our Tacoma Criminal Defense Attorneys Specialty Areas

Tacoma DUI (DWI)

If you are convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI), you may face significant fines, Washington driver license suspension and other potentially devastating penalties.  Horwath Law would like to help you fight your Washington State, Tacoma DUI charge. 
It is important that you understand that all criminal cases raise constitutional questions, and if any of your rights were violated, your DUI charge may be dropped or reduced.  Horwath Law knows where to look for possible Fourth and Fifth Amendment violations.

Tacoma Drug Crimes (including Possession, Loitering, Distribution, and Marijuana)

Accusations of Washington State drug crimes are taken very seriously by law enforcement, prosecutors, and the courts.  A conviction for a Washington State drug crime will have serious long term consequences including, but not limited to potential jail time and significant fines.
Our office understands after you have been arrested for a Washington State drug charge you may have feelings of despair, hopelessness, and even anger. There is hope that your charge will be successfully resolved and, even more importantly, you will make it through this period.

Tacoma/Puyallup/Gig Harbor Domestic Violence (including Assault, No Contact Orders, and Malicious Mischief)

Have you been arrested or charged for Tacoma Domestic Violence?  Whether your case is a misdemeanor or felony, the consequences can be very serious.  If you are convicted of a crime involving Domestic Violence in Tacoma, your conviction could result in jail or prison time, substantial fines, court ordered anger management or domestic violence classes, protective orders and other court-ordered consequences.  You could end up with a criminal conviction on your record, permanently tarnishing your reputation and impacting your future, including your employment opportunities.  If you are facing Tacoma Domestic Violence charges, Horwath Law can help.

Washington License Suspension

Has your Washington license been suspended?  You can take action and retain your driving privileges.  The Tacoma Criminal Defense firm of Horwath Law, can help you protect your rights at every stage.  The sooner you contact an experienced lawyer, the sooner you can take action to clear your suspended license.

Puyallup/Tacoma Property Crimes (including Theft, Shoplifting, Forgery, ID Theft, Burglary, and Robbery)

At Horwath Law, our experience with the defense of serious property crime charges can help you avoid the consequences of conviction and even protect your interest in maintaining a clean record.
Our attention to the long-range consequences of your situation as well as the immediate defense problem can save your career, protect your access to educational opportunities, or even keep your immigration status intact.

Juvenile Crimes - Tacoma Juvenile Defense Attorney

Most Tacoma criminal defense attorneys concentrate their practice on adult cases and rarely practice in juvenile court. Because of this, they often lack the experience & knowledge to effectively represent children in juvenile court.  Many of the rules and procedures in Juvenile Court are different than adult court.  There is no right to a jury trial and there is no right to bail.  Don't hire an inexperienced juvinle defense attorney. Your child's freedom and future is at stake.

We handle all other criminal charges throughout Pierce County; including Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, University Place, Lakewood, Fife, Bonney Lake, or anywhere else in Pierce County. Contact us today.