Natalie Lynn Durflinger

I was born and raised in the Northwest. After graduating from the University of Washington with honors, I attended Gonzaga University School of Law where I was awarded a Thomas More Scholarship. As a Thomas More Scholar, I dedicated myself to helping others both in the local and international communities. My international work included a visit to Rome where I provided services for the homeless and co-leading a mission in Honduras where our group of students provided much needed repairs at local village schools, and distributed needed school supplies which our group had purchased through fundraising. Locally, I have participated in activities that included fundraising to provide food and clothing and toys for local families in need. I have also volunteered my time for other groups such as Habitat for Humanity, the Northwest Women's Law Center and the Martin Luther King Community Centers which provide safe after-school activities for local youth. While attending law school, I also worked as a volunteer with the Spokane Public Defender's office where I worked in the Juvenile Division, helping young people. I also helped organize and promote Continuing Legal Education for local attorneys. Additionally, I founded the American Civil Liberties Union -WA Gonzaga School of Law Chapter. As President of the ACLU -WA (Gonzaga Chapter), I was responsible for arranging speaking engagements, debates and presentations to educate the community on current constitutional issues and educate individuals about their legal rights. After graduating with honors from Gonzaga University, School of Law, I relocated to Western Washington where I continue representing persons accused of crimes at Durflinger, Oliver and Associates. I have represented thousands of clients in matters ranging from simple driving offenses to serious felonies

Gonzaga University School of Law

J.D. (2007) | Law

2004 - 2007

I founded the American Civil Liberties Union -WA Gonzaga School of Law Chapter. As President of the ACLU -WA (Gonzaga Chapter), I was responsible for arranging speaking engagements, debates and presentations to educate the community on current constitutional issues and educate individuals about their legal rights. As a Thomas More Scholar, I excelled academically while volunteering for various organizations and charities to benefit my local community.

Honors: Cum Laude Cali Award for Academic Excellence Dean's list

Activities: President of the ACLU - Gonzaga chapter Thomas More Scholar

University of Washington - Seattle

B.A. (2004) | English

2002 - 2004

Honors: Cum Laude, Dean's List, Golden Key Honor Society

Managing Partner

Durflinger Oliver and Associates

2010 - Current

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of Washington

The American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Avvo "Superb" Top Attorney DUI

Avvo

2014

Top Contributor - DUI

Avvo

2014

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of Washington

The American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Firm of the Year

NALS

2012

Washington State Bar Association  # 39676

Member

Current

Washington

Since 2007

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Q. Should be ready to go to jail tommorow at my arrainment

January 15, 2015

A: Whether or not you should be prepared to go to jail at your arraignment depends on a lot of factors. First, I recommend consulting with an attorney prior to arraignment. Most criminal attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations. In determining whether to release someone on their personal recognizance or take someone into custody on bail, the judge will be considering how likely is it that you will return to court for your next appearance and will the community be safe if you are released.

In determining whether you are likely to appear for your next scheduled hearing, the court will consider your criminal history (or lack of criminal history). If someone has a lengthy criminal history with lots of cases with warrant activity due to failures to appear, it is more likely that the court will order bail. In determining if the community will be at risk, the court will consider your history and the nature of the charge (whether it is a violent or dangerous offense). One of the reasons it is important to consult with an attorney prior to arraignment is that often we can advise you on steps that you can take to reduce the chances of your being taken into custody. The judge is supposed to impose the least restrictive means to insure your return and protect the public. Often there are alternatives such as Electronic Home Monitoring or pretrial supervision that we can argue for instead of jail. ... Read More

Q. What happens if you lie to a cop here in Washington?

January 15, 2015

A: If the officer can show that the person willfully hindered, delayed, or obstructed him or her in the discharge of his or her official powers or duties by lying, then that person can be charged with obstructing a law enforcement officer, which is a gross misdemeanor with a penalty of up to 364 days in jail and up to a $5,000 fine. However, if you lie about your name and give the name of another person, you could also be charged with felony Identity Theft. You do not have to actually have another person's identification to be charged with Identity Theft. Using another person's name or social security number is sufficient.