Law Office of Patrick L. Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales

Providing an experienced and aggressive defense for clients in all manner of criminal traffic and DUI related offenses.

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Virginia and has no record of discipline from the Virginia bar association. *

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales

Providing an experienced and aggressive defense for clients in all manner of criminal traffic and DUI related offenses.

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Virginia and has no record of discipline from the Virginia bar association. *

Firm Overview

If you are on this page, you need a DUI attorney to help you, or someone you love, fight the charges. You need to know what your legal rights are, and what your best defense options are going to be. No matter what your charges, or your situation, I can help you. Contact me for legal counsel; we will discuss the details of your case, and I'll show you how we can fight back.

Local DUI Attorney
After you have been arrested for a DUI, it is important to act quickly. The prosecution is already hard at work building a case against you. You need an experienced DUI attorney who can sit down with you and take the time to look into all aspects of your case to find the best strategy of defense for your situation. As a DUI defense attorney with over 14 years in practice, and hundreds of clients defended, I am ready to meet with you to discuss your case.

Drunk Driving Charges
Facing drunk driving charges is a challenging and difficult task, but much harder to do without proper legal representation from a DUI attorney. As a former public defender, I am familiar with all types of DUI charges, and variants in cases. I went into private practice so that I could spend more time with my clients, get to know them better, and really investigate the ins and outs of their case. I wanted to be able to take the needed time to put together a thorough defense for my clients.

When you are looking for a DUI attorney who can find the flaws in the case against you, and fight for your freedom, give me a call. You'll get a free consultation, and I'll review the details of your case. I'll show you what legal options you have, and what will be the best move for you. Having co-authored a book on DUI defense in our state, you can be sure I have a solid background defending those in similar positions to yours.

Being savvy at challenging evidence that is presented, we may bring into question the maintenance and correctness of the breath and/or blood-testing equipment that was used on you at the time of your arrest. Any possible evidence will be collected, including video footage of the incident, or the arrest. I aim to leave nothing up to question, and will force the prosecution prove every aspect of their case. As a tenacious DUI attorney, I will work non-stop to help get you the best possible outcome if you choose me to represent you.

Drug Crimes
Drug crimes in our state can be reacted upon harshly by the prosecution, the jury, and the judge. If you've been arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession with intent to sell, distribution, drug trafficking, or any other drug crime, you need a criminal defense attorney on your side, fast. I invite you to call me for a free case evaluation and see how I can help you. I'll put my experience to work in your favor.

Juvenile Charges
Having been in practice as a DUI attorney for over 14 years now, I have defended many minors, or those under 21, in charges of possession, drunk driving, and similar crimes. Being charged with possession or a DUI can be alarming at any age, but for those who are under 18, or 21, it can be particularly harmful for their futures. If you, or your child, is facing criminal charges of any kind, call me for a free consultation. I'll listen to your side of the story, see what the state has against you, and show you how I can help. If you're looking for a committed defense at a fair price, I invite you to call me and find out more.

Main Office

Main Office
283 Constitution Suite 639
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Phone

(757) 359-9842

Fax

(757) 490-7804

Websites

Patrick L. Bales

DUI and DWI

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Mr. Bales worked in the Public Defender's offices in both Franklin and Newport News, Virginia. On several occasions during his service with the Public Defender, Mr. Bales was called upon by the Indigent Defense Commission to assist in coaching new attorneys and help them to hone their courtroom skills at the "Trial Skills Boot Camp" held by the Indigent Defense Commission.

After leaving the Indigent Defense Commission in 2008, Mr. Bales devoted much of his time to the defense of DUI/DWI. Mr. Bales was the co-author of the first two editions of Virginia DUI Law: Understanding the Scientific, Medical, Technological and Legal Aspects of a DUI Case, a treatise published in the Virginia Practice series.

Jurisdictions:
Virginia

Education:
Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., 2000

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Mr. Bales worked in the Public Defender's offices in both Franklin and Newport News, Virginia. On several occasions during his service with the Public Defender, Mr. Bales was called upon by the Indigent Defense Commission to assist in coaching new attorneys and help them to hone their courtroom skills at the "Trial Skills Boot Camp" held by the Indigent Defense Commission.

After leaving the Indigent Defense Commission in 2008, Mr. Bales devoted much of his time to the defense of DUI/DWI. Mr. Bales was the co-author of the first two editions of Virginia DUI Law: Understanding the Scientific, Medical, Technological and Legal Aspects of a DUI Case, a treatise published in the Virginia Practice series.

Jurisdictions:
Virginia

Education:
Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., 2000

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Firm Overview

If you are on this page, you need a DUI attorney to help you, or someone you love, fight the charges. You need to know what your legal rights are, and what your best defense options are going to be. No matter what your charges, or your situation, I can help you. Contact me for legal counsel; we will discuss the details of your case, and I'll show you how we can fight back.

Local DUI Attorney
After you have been arrested for a DUI, it is important to act quickly. The prosecution is already hard at work building a case against you. You need an experienced DUI attorney who can sit down with you and take the time to look into all aspects of your case to find the best strategy of defense for your situation. As a DUI defense attorney with over 14 years in practice, and hundreds of clients defended, I am ready to meet with you to discuss your case.

Drunk Driving Charges
Facing drunk driving charges is a challenging and difficult task, but much harder to do without proper legal representation from a DUI attorney. As a former public defender, I am familiar with all types of DUI charges, and variants in cases. I went into private practice so that I could spend more time with my clients, get to know them better, and really investigate the ins and outs of their case. I wanted to be able to take the needed time to put together a thorough defense for my clients.

When you are looking for a DUI attorney who can find the flaws in the case against you, and fight for your freedom, give me a call. You'll get a free consultation, and I'll review the details of your case. I'll show you what legal options you have, and what will be the best move for you. Having co-authored a book on DUI defense in our state, you can be sure I have a solid background defending those in similar positions to yours.

Being savvy at challenging evidence that is presented, we may bring into question the maintenance and correctness of the breath and/or blood-testing equipment that was used on you at the time of your arrest. Any possible evidence will be collected, including video footage of the incident, or the arrest. I aim to leave nothing up to question, and will force the prosecution prove every aspect of their case. As a tenacious DUI attorney, I will work non-stop to help get you the best possible outcome if you choose me to represent you.

Drug Crimes
Drug crimes in our state can be reacted upon harshly by the prosecution, the jury, and the judge. If you've been arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession with intent to sell, distribution, drug trafficking, or any other drug crime, you need a criminal defense attorney on your side, fast. I invite you to call me for a free case evaluation and see how I can help you. I'll put my experience to work in your favor.

Juvenile Charges
Having been in practice as a DUI attorney for over 14 years now, I have defended many minors, or those under 21, in charges of possession, drunk driving, and similar crimes. Being charged with possession or a DUI can be alarming at any age, but for those who are under 18, or 21, it can be particularly harmful for their futures. If you, or your child, is facing criminal charges of any kind, call me for a free consultation. I'll listen to your side of the story, see what the state has against you, and show you how I can help. If you're looking for a committed defense at a fair price, I invite you to call me and find out more.

Main Office

Main Office
283 Constitution Suite 639
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Phone

(757) 359-9842

Fax

(757) 490-7804

Websites

Patrick L. Bales

DUI and DWI

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Mr. Bales worked in the Public Defender's offices in both Franklin and Newport News, Virginia. On several occasions during his service with the Public Defender, Mr. Bales was called upon by the Indigent Defense Commission to assist in coaching new attorneys and help them to hone their courtroom skills at the "Trial Skills Boot Camp" held by the Indigent Defense Commission.

After leaving the Indigent Defense Commission in 2008, Mr. Bales devoted much of his time to the defense of DUI/DWI. Mr. Bales was the co-author of the first two editions of Virginia DUI Law: Understanding the Scientific, Medical, Technological and Legal Aspects of a DUI Case, a treatise published in the Virginia Practice series.

Jurisdictions:
Virginia

Education:
Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., 2000

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Mr. Bales worked in the Public Defender's offices in both Franklin and Newport News, Virginia. On several occasions during his service with the Public Defender, Mr. Bales was called upon by the Indigent Defense Commission to assist in coaching new attorneys and help them to hone their courtroom skills at the "Trial Skills Boot Camp" held by the Indigent Defense Commission.

After leaving the Indigent Defense Commission in 2008, Mr. Bales devoted much of his time to the defense of DUI/DWI. Mr. Bales was the co-author of the first two editions of Virginia DUI Law: Understanding the Scientific, Medical, Technological and Legal Aspects of a DUI Case, a treatise published in the Virginia Practice series.

Jurisdictions:
Virginia

Education:
Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., 2000

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

Law Office of Patrick L. Bales
Patrick Bales

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Virginia and has no record of discipline from the Virginia bar association. *

* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.

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This lawyer is licensed to practice in Virginia and has no record of discipline from the Virginia bar association. *

* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.