David Charles Harbin

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David Charles Harbin

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hagerstown, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

82 West Washington Street, Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD

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About David

Biography

Hagerstown and Frederick, we are here for you. Charged with a criminal offense or a DUI in either county? Contact us and find out why we are different. We have merged the sophistication of a large law firm with the personal attention you would expect from your hometown lawyer.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Over fifteen years experience handling felonies and misdemeanors in Hagerstown, Washington County and Frederick County. Experienced handling homicides, drug charges, sex offenses and all other types of charges.

21 years | 5,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

Experienced handling driving under the influence (DUI) cases in Hagerstown, Washington County and Frederick County.

21 years | 5,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2017

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2006

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 21 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Harbin Law Office

82 West Washington Street, Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD, 21740

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Harbin Law Office

129 West Patrick Street, Suite 2, Frederick, MD, 21701

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Online Presence

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David Charles Harbin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Completely satisfied with outcome of court case.

Mr. Harbin quickly returned my initial call after leaving him a message about my DUI. He was very professional and reassuring that we would have a great outcome of my trial. He also directed me on some things to do that would help me and look favorably upon me, when my trial date would happen. When... my wife and I met with him, he was again professional and reassuring. He went through what a day in court would like and what he wanted as an outcome. The day of court, his reassurance helped with any nerves. Following all his directions, he secured PBJ for me and 3 years unsupervised probation. My court fines and fees were also reduced. I would highly recommend Mr. Harbin to anyone. Thank you Mr. Harbin for all your help.

Posted by James | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr. Harbin got me through the fire1

Harbin Law Firm has multiple attorneys that are excellent and well versed in the legal system. Harbin Law Firm handled multiple serious cases for me in the year of 2022. The firm was able to end my criminal cases without any trials along with a very favorable and desirable outcomes for me. The sta...ff is extremely friendly, professional, and hard-working. I'm a black guy; and I say that, so I can convey the notion that the Harbin Law Firm works hard for all of their clients without any discrimination of any sort. I hope I never have any legal issues again; but if I do I'll be hiring Harbin Law Firm again. I also highly advise anyone to take a FREE consultation with the firm. I highly advise that you retain the firm's services. Why? When I was incarcerated; Harbin Law Firm answered multiple phone calls from me while I was in incarcerated. Harbin Law Firm prides themselves with high communication with all their clients. They also visited me multiple occasions. I felt very confident having Harbin Law Firm with my multiple charges and cases. Harbin Law Firm is the reason I'm NOT in prison and I have my freedom to write this review. Harbin Law Firm is definitely an asset that is more than worthy of the investment. I value my professional relationship with Harbin Law Firm.

Posted by Sharon | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Identity Theft

He's the best!!

I couldn't ask for a better attorney to have in my corner. He has gone and beyond in every aspect of my life when legal services were needed. Identity fraud, business and real estate.

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Power List - Criminal Law, Maryland Daily Record

2020

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2002

Volunteer of the Year, American Civil Liberties Union

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Harbin Law Office

2005 - 2009

Assistant Public Defender, Maryland Office Of The Public Defender

Associations

2024 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Treasurer

2023 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2023 - Present

Frederick County Criminal Justice Commission

Member

2022 - Present

Maryland Public Defender System

Board of Trustees

2022 - Present

Frederick County Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

President

2020 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Board of Directors

2019 - Present

Washington County Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee

Member

2019 - Present

Judicial Nominating Commission

Member

2019 - 2020

Washington County Bar Association

Vice President

2018 - 2018

Washington County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2017 - 2024

Washington County Criminal Defense Bar

President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Gonzalez

Charges dismissed

State v. Dennis Udo Smith

NOT GUILTY

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Education

2004

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Investiture of Honorable Victoria J. Lobley Honorable Victoria J. Lobley

Languages

English

Activity

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