Legal Question in Traffic Law in Washington

Statute of Limitations

I was pulled over in Dec 2001, in Shoreline Wa, King County, for speeding. I informed the officer at the time that I was required to have an ''interlock device'' on any vehicle I was driving, the officer at the time did not site me for not having it on the vehicle, only for the speeding. Last week I recieved a ticket and manditory court appearance in the mail. Is this legal? What are my rights regarding this? And is there a statute of limitations on when they can decide to site you?


Asked on 5/09/02, 4:11 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul Ferris Law Office of Paul T. Ferris

Re: Statute of Limitations

Operating a motor vehicle without an Ignition Interlock Device when required to do so is a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor charge must be filed no more than 1 year after the date of the alleged offense.

You should enter a plea of Not Guilty. Contact an attorney to review the facts and circumstances of your case and determine whether there are legal challenges to raise in your defense.

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Answered on 5/09/02, 12:14 pm


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