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Browse criminal defense lawyers serving Honolulu, Hawaii. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Honolulu, HI
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Showing 20 criminal defense lawyers in Honolulu, HI
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Law Office of Brian S. Kim
1001 Bishop St Suite 580, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 796-5735 oahulawfirm.com
Mcpherson R Patrick
1001 Bishop St Suite 1330, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 386-6002 patrickmcphersondui.com
Law Offices of Steve Cedillos
1670 Makaloa St suite 204-338, Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 201-0496 stevecedilloslaw.com
The Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC
1164 Bishop St Suite 1605, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 521-3367 kevinogradylaw.com
The Law Office of Kevin O'Grady, LLC
1164 Bishop St Suite 1605, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 521-3367 kevinogradylaw.com
Michael P Healy Attorney at Law
1188 Bishop St STE 3304, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 525-8584 mphealylawyer.com
Law Office of Jason Z. Say, LLLC
1001 Bishop St Suite 2210, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 679-7360 jasonsaylaw.com
Law Office of Dean C.M. Hoe
1088 Bishop St APT 404, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-0077 duilawyerhawaii.net
Alen M. K. Kaneshiro Attorney at Law
841 Bishop St # 2201, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 521-7720 kaneshirolaw.com
Michael Jay Green & Associates
841 Bishop St # 2201, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 521-3336 michaeljaygreen.com
Law Offices of Noah Fiddler
500 Ala Moana Blvd ste 7-400, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 371-1700 noahfiddlerdui.com
The Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC
700 Bishop St #2100, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 369-8170 arrestedhawaii.com
Bervar & Jones
1100 Alakea St # 20, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 550-4990 bervar-jones.com
Jonathan Burge, Attorney At Law
412 Iolani Ave, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 286-1125 jonburgelaw.com
Seitz Eric A
820 Mililani St # 502, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 533-7434
The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm
1003 Bishop St Suite 1260, Honolulu, HI 96813
(480) 755-7110 attorneysforfreedom.com
Michael Fayard, Criminal Defense Attorney
1050 Queen St Suite 100, Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 445-6708 808lawhelp.com
Law Office of Mark A. Bridges
1110 Nuuanu Ave A1-5253, Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 466-0225 militarycriminaldefender.com
Harrison Law Center, A Law Corporation
1001 Bishop St Suite 2828, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 501-0408 harrisonlawcenter.com
Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law
1188 Bishop St STE 2606, Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 524-4406 honoluluattorney.com
Honolulu criminal defense lawyers represent clients facing charges in Hawaii state courts and federal district court. Hawaii law includes unique provisions such as the opportunity for deferred acceptance of guilty pleas for certain first-time offenders. A local attorney understands Oahu court procedures and can navigate the specific rules of the Hawaii Penal Code.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Honolulu Cost?
Criminal defense lawyer fees in Honolulu vary widely. A simple DUI case may cost between 1500 and 5000 dollars. More serious felonies like drug trafficking can cost 10000 dollars or more. Many lawyers charge a flat fee for standard cases, while others bill hourly at rates from 200 to 500 dollars per hour. Costs depend on the complexity of the case, the attorney experience, and court time required. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases do criminal defense lawyers handle in Honolulu?
They handle all state and federal crimes including DUI, drug offenses, theft, assault, and white collar crimes. Hawaii also has specific laws for offenses like promoting a dangerous drug and operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.
How long do I have to hire a lawyer after an arrest in Hawaii?
You should hire a lawyer as soon as possible after arrest. In Hawaii, the initial appearance in court typically happens within 48 hours. A lawyer can appear with you at this hearing and argue for bail or release.
What is a deferred acceptance of guilty plea in Hawaii?
This is a program under Hawaii law that allows certain first-time offenders to plead guilty but have the conviction deferred. If you complete probation terms, the charge may be dismissed and your record sealed. Not all crimes qualify.
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