Some lawyers will be very hard to reach once the flat fee/retainer fee has been paid. Not here. We are always available and return all calls on the same day they are received, when the call is placed before 3:00 p.m. Calls received after 3:00 p.m. are returned, at the very latest, the following business day. This office does not seek out publicity for our benefit at the expense of our clients.
Generally, lawyers who are constantly in the news are there for their own publicity. We believe that the less the public hears about your case, the better it is for you, our clients. You have our word on that. You will always hear the truth from this office. Some lawyers solicit clients-we never do. Some lawyers try to impress potential clients with a listing of their great results.
Usually they cite DUI cases where they got a fantastic string of dismissals. What they don't tell you are the DA charges 2 counts-23152(a) & 23152(b). 23152(a)-Driving Under The Influence and 23152(b)-Driving With Blood Alcohol.08 or Above.
Generally, lawyers who are constantly in the news are there for their own publicity. We believe that the less the public hears about your case, the better it is for you, our clients. You have our word on that. You will always hear the truth from this office. Some lawyers solicit clients-we never do. Some lawyers try to impress potential clients with a listing of their great results.
Usually they cite DUI cases where they got a fantastic string of dismissals. What they don't tell you are the DA charges 2 counts-23152(a) & 23152(b). 23152(a)-Driving Under The Influence and 23152(b)-Driving With Blood Alcohol.08 or Above.
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Attorney Douglas Hayes is a former Deputy District Attorney, County of Santa Barbara; former Judge Pro Tem, Superior Court, County of Santa Barbara; 35 years private practice of law with over 300 jury trials.
Mr. Hayes specializes in Criminal Defense, including DUIs, Murder, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Rape, Kidnapping, Child Molestation, Embezzlement, NSF checks, Forgery, Contempt of Court/Violating Restraining Orders, Parole and Probation violations, Resisting Arrest, Public Intoxication, Bail and Juvenile Delinquency matters; Administrative Proceedings, including DMV proceedings, state licensure board proceedings, etc.
Mr. Hayes specializes in Criminal Defense, including DUIs, Murder, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Rape, Kidnapping, Child Molestation, Embezzlement, NSF checks, Forgery, Contempt of Court/Violating Restraining Orders, Parole and Probation violations, Resisting Arrest, Public Intoxication, Bail and Juvenile Delinquency matters; Administrative Proceedings, including DMV proceedings, state licensure board proceedings, etc.
Criminal Defense
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As former prosecutors, we understand the law and the process.
We educate our clients and are with them every step of the way.
We know what we need to do to defend our clients and give them the best legal defense possible.
With integrity, directness, and an aggressive defense we will do our best to achieve an optimal outcome.
We handle Misdemeanors and Felonies in Santa Barbara, Carpenteria, Goleta, Isla Vista, and Santa Ynez.
We are well known for the best defense on DUI, white-collar crimes, theft-related crimes, California expungements, drug offenses, domestic violence, lewd conduct, and all other criminal defense cases in Santa Barbara County.
We educate our clients and are with them every step of the way.
We know what we need to do to defend our clients and give them the best legal defense possible.
With integrity, directness, and an aggressive defense we will do our best to achieve an optimal outcome.
We handle Misdemeanors and Felonies in Santa Barbara, Carpenteria, Goleta, Isla Vista, and Santa Ynez.
We are well known for the best defense on DUI, white-collar crimes, theft-related crimes, California expungements, drug offenses, domestic violence, lewd conduct, and all other criminal defense cases in Santa Barbara County.
Immigration Consequences
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Criminal charges and convictions can have massive immigration impacts.
If you are facing criminal charges and are not a US Citizen, it is very important to inform and consult with your criminal defense attorney about the possible additional penalties you face in the immigration arena.
Certain choices you make in your criminal case may have an array of different impacts on your immigration status and any immigration case you may have.
Some criminal charges trigger deportation, some may result in a denial of naturalization, and some may cause exclusion from re-entry to the United States.
If you are facing criminal charges and are not a US Citizen, it is very important to inform and consult with your criminal defense attorney about the possible additional penalties you face in the immigration arena.
Certain choices you make in your criminal case may have an array of different impacts on your immigration status and any immigration case you may have.
Some criminal charges trigger deportation, some may result in a denial of naturalization, and some may cause exclusion from re-entry to the United States.
Expungement & Appeals
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If you have a prior conviction on your record and are interested in getting that "expunged, " please call our office.
Certain crimes are eligible for expungement, which is a court process which releases an individual from the negative consequences of a conviction for MOST purposes.
There are many forms of "post-conviction" relief which may help "clean up" your record - call us and we can help!
All criminal defendants convicted of either felonies or misdemeanors have a right to appeal either the judgment of conviction, the sentence, or both, unless he, or she was convicted by his, or her plea, in which case felony defendants seeking to appeal must request a Certificate of Appealability from the trial judge if the issue involves something other than the appeal of the sentence or an order denying a motion to suppress evidence.
Certain crimes are eligible for expungement, which is a court process which releases an individual from the negative consequences of a conviction for MOST purposes.
There are many forms of "post-conviction" relief which may help "clean up" your record - call us and we can help!
All criminal defendants convicted of either felonies or misdemeanors have a right to appeal either the judgment of conviction, the sentence, or both, unless he, or she was convicted by his, or her plea, in which case felony defendants seeking to appeal must request a Certificate of Appealability from the trial judge if the issue involves something other than the appeal of the sentence or an order denying a motion to suppress evidence.
Personal Injury
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If you or someone you care about has been injured by another's negligence you may need the support of a personal injury attorney.
We focus on being your legal advocate; we have no fear of the big insurance companies or corporate entities that may be responsible.
We offer the professional representation you deserve.
We will be proactive, and build a comprehensive strategy for your personal injury or wrongful death claim.
We focus on being your legal advocate; we have no fear of the big insurance companies or corporate entities that may be responsible.
We offer the professional representation you deserve.
We will be proactive, and build a comprehensive strategy for your personal injury or wrongful death claim.
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