Welcome
Welcome to the web site for the United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington. As the chief federal law enforcement officer in Western Washington, it is the job of the U.S. Attorney and her staff to enforce the criminal laws of the United States by directing investigations and prosecuting cases developed by a network of federal law enforcement agencies. The office also fills a critical role as legal counsel for the United States government including federal agencies involved in litigation. This web site will provide you with important information about the office and its mission.
Read the new 2012 U.S. Attorney's Annual Report to the Community here.
The threats to our communities are many: terrorism, gun violence, organized crime, financial fraud and the scourge of drug dealing. In an increasingly complex world, many of these crimes cross borders and span cyberspace – they target both our physical and financial security. The 68 attorneys and 69 support staff in this office work every day to enhance the safety and security of Western Washington and make it an even better place to live.
May 21, 2013
CASTENADA: Bellingham Woman Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison for Meth and Heroin Distribution
May 17, 2013
YAREMKIV: Vancouver, Washington Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Counterfeit Vehicle Airbags
May 16, 2013
HIDALGO-MENDOZA: Drug Trafficker who Hid Kilos of Heroin and Meth in Lakewood Apartment Walls Convicted
ORTIZ and ANCHONDO: Two Members of Drug Conspiracy Connected to Mexican Cartel Convicted Following Seven Day Trial
May 14, 2013
CARLSON: Tulalip Tribal Member Indicted for Second Degree Murder in Death of Toddler
RODE: Sekiu Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Drug and Gun Crimes
May 7, 2013
POSTLETHWAITE: Canadian Trucker Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Drug Conspiracy
May 3, 2013
O'LEARY: Swinomish Tribal Member Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Second Degree Murder
BRYANT and GAGLEY: Kent Father and Stepson Indicted on Gun and Drug Charges
April 29, 2013




