Blake Pop-Up & Justice Fair

• If you were convicted of drug possession in any Washington court going back to 1971, register for this pop-up event! Those convictions are now unconstitutional and must be vacated and related expenses may be refunded to you.

• There will also be community resources shared at this event.

• If you can't attend, we can still help you! Call Living with Conviction at 206-307-3028 or sign-up here and a peer will reach out to you.

Why is this happening?

In 2021, the Washington State Supreme Court found the drug possession law unconstitutional and void. As a result of this decision, known as State v. Blake, any Blake-related convictions now qualify to be vacated and removed from your criminal record, and any legal financial obligations (LFOs) and related expenses paid as a result qualify for financial reimbursement.

The legislature earmarked $47 million for legal aid efforts, including possession charge vacations and sentencing adjustments. The State v Blake ruling impacts an estimated 200,000+ felony drug possession charges dating back to the 1971 and an estimated additional 150,000 misdemeanor marijuana charges are vacate-eligible.

Who is sponsoring this event?

This Blake pop-up is a collective effort to create an accessible, timely, and efficient path to constitutional relief and is presented in collaboration with: Tukwila Justice Center; Civil Survival; WA State Office of Public Defense; WA State Administrative Office of the Courts, and Living with Conviction.