Honolulu Felony Attorney
Challenging Your Felony Allegations in Hawaii
When you are arrested for an alleged crime, you will be charged with either a misdemeanor or a felony. Felonies are the more serious of the two types of crimes, and they lead to more severe penalties as a result. If you are facing felony charges, then you should not delay in securing skilled legal counsel. My name is Kevin O'Grady, and I am a Honolulu criminal defense attorney who can provide you with the competent legal advocacy you need to protect your rights and take a stand for your freedom!
Defense for Felony Charges
I am a defense Honolulu felony lawyer who offers exceptional legal representation to clients throughout the state of Hawaii. With over 25 years of experience in the criminal justice system, I have successfully handled the following felony charges:
- Manslaughter
- Different levels of DUI
- Kidnapping
- Weapons crimes
- Vehicle theft (unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle)
- Armed robbery
- Fraud
- Rape
- Aggravated assault/assault on a law enforcement officer
- Child pornography
- Felony drug crimes
- Felony theft crimes
- Child abuse
Arrested for a felony charge? Get defense from our Honolulu felony attorney by contacting us today!
Penalties for Felony Crimes in Hawaii
As the most serious types of crimes, felonies can result in very harsh penalties. They can potentially result in years of prison time, thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines (depending on the offense), and even other more specific penalties such as the requirement to register as a sex offender. Once a person becomes a convicted felon, his or her record is extensively damaged, and it can become incredibly difficult to secure jobs, find adequate housing, and even qualify for loans in the future. All Felonies other than murder are classified as A, B or C Felonies:
Class A Felonies
- Includes: sexual battery against a young child, the highest drug trafficking offenses, kidnapping, rape and arson
- 25 years in prison to life
- A fine of up to $50,000
Class B Felonies
- Includes: assault that causes a serious injury, sexual assault, financial fraud, and manslaughter
- Up to 10 years in prison
- A fine of up to $25,000
Class C
- Includes: certain forms of theft, certain forms of fraud, assault and obstruction of justice
- Up to 5 years in prison
- A fine of up to $10,000
Call an experienced Honolulu Felony lawyer!
All it takes is one felony conviction on your record to drastically change the rest of your life. For this reason, you should take any felony charges against you extremely seriously! I am a Honolulu felony attorney who has a deep understanding of criminal law in Hawaii. As a defense lawyer who has past experience as a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer, I have a unique understanding of how the criminal justice system works from all angles.
If you have been charged with a felony crime, you can feel secure knowing that a knowledgeable attorney will provide you with the personalized attention, unrelenting dedication, and zealous representation you need be successful in court, whether at trial or in plea negotiations.
To schedule a free initial consultation with a skilled Honolulu felony lawyer, please call my firm today!
Common DUI Questions
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What is considered to be a DUI in Hawaii?Like most other states, drivers found to be operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of .08% or higher will be arrested for DUI. In order to measure a driver's BAC, officers often subject drivers to breath tests, blood tests, or urine tests. In other instances, a police officer may ask a driver to participate in a field sobriety test. In Hawaii you can be charged with per se (BAC) and or with impairment (regardless of your BAC).
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I was arrested for a DUI. When should I talk to a lawyer?Immediately. In the state of Hawaii, a police officer will issue an instantaneous driver's license revocation upon a DUI arrest. Your attorney can take steps to request and or preserve evidence early after your arrest and can also speak with witnesses or visit the scene close in time to your arrest. Your attorney will be able to represent you during this administrative hearing, as well as any type of criminal proceeding thereafter.
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What will happen to my driver's license if I do not petition a license revocation?If you fail to take action and request a hearing in a timely manner, you could be jeopardizing your driving privileges. Upon arrest, an arresting officer will issue you a Notice of Administrative Revocation. This notice will serve as a temporary driving permit for 30 days. An in-person administrative hearing must take place within 24 days of receiving a Notice of Revocation. Failure to take action on a first-time DUI offense could result in a mandatory driver's license revocation for up to 1 year.
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Is it required by law to take a breath or chemical test?You do have the right to refuse a breath or chemical test, however, you will also face possible penalties as a result of refusing a chemical test. Admittedly, chemical tests are prone to error and inaccuracy, however, it will be imperative that you listen to law enforcement officers. Refusal of a breath or chemical test could result in a license revocation for up to 2 years on a first-time offense.
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What happens if I failed a field sobriety test?Do not assume that your case will rely solely on the results yielded during a field sobriety test! Even if you have failed a field sobriety test, these tests are not always accurate and often do not take in special circumstances of the person taking the test.
For example, people with health issues, coordination issues, or sight issues may not perform in a way that would suggest sobriety. Additionally, other external factors, such as uneven roads, weather, stress, or improper administration by the police officer could lead to erroneous results.
Let's Fight Together
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With a history of successful results. We can fight together.
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