Caroline Pruitt Hooten

Caroline Pruitt Hooten

also known as Caroline Marie Pruitt

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 10 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

120 19th St N Suite 420, Birmingham, AL

About Caroline

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Statewide Alabama Criminal Defense

11 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Statewide Alabama DUI Defense

11 years

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

Statewide Alabama Speeding and Traffic Ticket Defense

11 years

25%
Administrative Law 15%

Professional Regulatory Board Defense Attorney

11 years

15%
Expungement 10%

Alabama Expungement Lawyer

11 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 10 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2015

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Kreps Law Firm, LLC

120 19th St N Suite 420, Birmingham, AL, 35203

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Caroline Pruitt Hooten's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
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Posted by FMJ | August 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kreps Law Firm is a must hire-worth the money.

Mrs Hooten is the one you want on your side. Professional and direct. Kreps Law Firm is worth every penny.

Caroline Hooten

Replied last November 12, 2025

FMJ, thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting me and our team at Kreps Law Firm to handle your case. I truly appreciate your confidence and am so glad to know you felt supported and well represented throughout the process. I take great pride in being both professional and straightforward with my clients while always fighting for the best possible results. Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime you or someone you know needs legal help, we’re always here for you. — Caroline Pruitt Hooten, Attorney at Law, Kreps Law Firm, LLC.

Posted by Jay | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kreps is the BEST!!!

I was traveling back through Alabama from vacationing when I was cited for speeding. I tried about eight different law offices in that area none of which were reasonable or had the confidence in the ability to handle my case. I did receive a referral to Kreps Law Firm in Birmingham, AL. They handle m...y case seamlessly. The communication was amazing and no points assessed to my license! I couldn’t have had a better outcome!

Caroline Hooten

Replied last November 12, 2025

Jay, thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for trusting our firm to handle your case. We’re so glad to hear that you had a positive experience with our team and that the communication and outcome met your expectations. We take great pride in ensuring every client feels informed, supported, and confident throughout the process, and we’re thrilled we were able to resolve your case successfully with no points assessed. At Kreps Law Firm, we remain committed to providing exceptional service and strong advocacy for every client we serve. Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime you or your family need assistance in the future, we’ll always be here to help. — Caroline Pruitt Hooten, Attorney at Law, Kreps Law Firm, LLC.

Posted by Brandon | June 12, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Amazing!

Caroline is an incredible lawyer. I highly recommend her for anyone. She cares!

Caroline Hooten

Replied last November 12, 2025

Brandon, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. I truly appreciate your trust and recommendation, it means a great deal to know that my care and dedication made a positive impression. Every client deserves to feel supported and understood, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to help guide you through your legal matter. Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime you or someone you know needs assistance in the future, I’m always here to help. — Caroline Pruitt Hooten, Attorney at Law, Kreps Law Firm, LLC.

Posted by Brianna | May 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

"The Attorney You Want in Your Corner"

I cannot recommend Attorney Caroline Pruitt Hooten highly enough. From our first meeting, she demonstrated not only a deep knowledge of the law but also a genuine care for my situation. Caroline approached my case with professionalism, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best outco...me possible. She was always responsive, took the time to explain every step of the process in clear terms, and made me feel supported throughout. Her attention to detail, strategic thinking, and calm demeanor gave me confidence during a very stressful time. If you're looking for a lawyer who is both exceptionally skilled and truly compassionate, Caroline Pruitt Hooten is the one you want by your side. She made a difficult experience much more manageable, and I am deeply grateful for her help.

Caroline Hooten

Replied last November 12, 2025

Brianna, thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous review. I truly appreciate your trust and kind words, it means so much to know that you felt supported and informed throughout your case. I strive to approach every client’s situation with both care and strategy, and I’m grateful that my efforts made a positive difference for you during a difficult time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need guidance or assistance in the future, I’m always here to help. — Caroline Pruitt Hooten, Attorney at Law, Kreps Law Firm, LLC.

Posted by Chris | May 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney - Very Pleased With Case Resolutions

Mrs. Hooten is an exceptional attorney who takes the time to fully understand the details of your case and craft a thoughtful, effective strategy. In our situation, she handled seven outstanding traffic offenses—some dating back to 2017—with associated fines and potential jail time due to multiple Fa...ilure to Appear (FTA) charges. Thanks to her expertise and deep knowledge of traffic law and the court system, all charges were either dismissed or reduced, with no jail time imposed. I highly recommend Mrs. Hooten to anyone in need of skilled legal representation, no matter how complex the case may seem.

Caroline Hooten

Replied last November 12, 2025

Chris, thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous review. I truly appreciate the trust you placed in me and our firm to handle such a challenging situation. I’m very glad we were able to achieve positive results and bring resolution to each of your cases. Every client deserves strong advocacy, clear communication, and a strategy tailored to their needs, and I’m grateful that you felt supported throughout the process. Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime you or someone you know needs legal help in the future, I’m always here to assist. — Caroline Pruitt Hooten, Attorney at Law, Kreps Law Firm, LLC.

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Caroline Pruitt Hooten's Lawyer Endorsements

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Horace Nation

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caroline is very adept at handling speeding and traffic cases, DUI cases, criminal defense and administrative law cases. She is very knowledgeable of the law and diligent in representing her clients. She represents her clients very well. I wholly endorse her."

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James Moncus

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Caroline has always been extremely professional and diligent in her cases; I would not hesitate to recommend her as clients have been very pleased with the representation she delivers."

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Lauren Hunnicutt

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Hurst

Unknown lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Caroline Pruitt Hooten for almost a decade, and I can say without hesitation that she is one of the most talented, dedicated, and compassionate attorneys I’ve ever known. Caroline brings a rare combination of sharp legal skill, unwavering professionalism, and genuine care for her clients that sets her apart in every way. She approaches every case with meticulous attention to detail and a relentless commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Whether she’s handling a complex criminal matter or guiding a client through the most stressful time of their life, Caroline brings clarity, strength, and unmatched advocacy to the table. Her reputation among colleagues, judges, and clients alike is a direct reflection of her integrity, work ethic, and deep respect for the law. She’s not just a great lawyer—she’s the kind of person you want in your corner when everything is on the line. I am pleased to endorse Caroline."

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Martin Weinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Caroline is a hard working and smart Attorney. She understands the law and how to come up with solutions to problems. She uses each experience to zealously represent her clients. Highly recommended ."

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Joseph Kreps

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I’ve been practicing law for over two decades, and I’ve never met anyone like Caroline Pruitt Hooten—relentless, fearless, and sharp as hell. She’s not just my right hand at Kreps Law Firm—she’s the engine, the fire, and the force behind everything we do. Throughout our almost 10 years of practicing together, we’ve sparred, gone toe to toe over tough issues, and through it all, she’s stood her ground and proven time and again exactly why she’s built for this fight and how fortunate we are to have her as a team member. Caroline has trained across the country, fought case after case, and proven time and again that she’s one of the toughest criminal defense attorneys in Alabama. With Caroline leading the charge, we don’t just take on cases—we take on the system and win. She’s earned the respect of judges and opposing counsel, and the trust of every client lucky enough to have her in their corner. Simply put, Kreps Law Firm wouldn’t be what it is today without Caroline."

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Lauren Hunnicutt

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Martin Weinberg

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

2018 NCDD Summer Session at Harvard University, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2016

Graduate, NHTSA, DWI and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Impaired Driving Specialists, SFST Instructors

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Kreps Law Firm, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2015 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

CDL – SPEEDING 95/70; TRIAL VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

TRIAL VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

DUI ACCIDENT + UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE; BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED

BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED

CDL – SPEEDING 70/55 IN CMV WITH TWO PRIORS; DISMISSED

DISMISSED

ELECTRONIC STALKING 2ND – TRIAL SETTING; VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

RECKLESS DRIVING 103/65 – AVOIDED JAIL; REDUCED TO SPEEDING THEN DISMISSED

REDUCED TO SPEEDING THEN DISMISSED

RECKLESS DRIVING 99/45 – TWO PRIORS; DISMISSED – NO JAIL, NO PROBATION

DISMISSED – NO JAIL, NO PROBATION

RECKLESS DRIVING – ATTORNEY APPEARED IN COURT TWICE; DISMISSED – NO FINES OR COSTS

DISMISSED – NO FINES OR COSTS

CDL – SPEEDING 67/45 IN CONSTRUCTION ZONE; DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

FIVE TICKETS – DRIVING WHILE REVOKED (2ND), NO INSURANCE, SPEEDING, AND EXPIRED TAG; 4 DISMISSED, 1 AMENDED

4 DISMISSED, 1 AMENDED

DUI – COMBINED INFLUENCE + RED LIGHT WITH PRIOR; AGREEMENT REACHED FOR DISMISSAL - NO CONVICTION

AGREEMENT REACHED FOR DISMISSAL - NO CONVICTION

OPERATING WITHOUT A CDL – DISMISSED WITHOUT CLIENT APPEARING IN COURT

DISMISSED WITHOUT CLIENT APPEARING IN COURT

DUI + SPEEDING; BOTH DISMISSED

BOTH DISMISSED

CDL – TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE VIOLATION; TRIAL VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

TRIAL VERDICT: NOT GUILTY

RECKLESS DRIVING 101/70 – BATHROOM EMERGENCY; DISMISSED WITH DEFENSIVE DRIVING SCHOOL

DISMISSED WITH DEFENSIVE DRIVING SCHOOL

CDL – SPEEDING 105/70;COURT TYPICALLY DOESN’T RESOLVE CDL TICKETS; DISMISSED

DISMISSED

DUI – MILITARY CLIENT; DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

THREE TICKETS – RECKLESS DRIVING, SPEEDING 117/60, IMPROPER LANE USAGE; ALL DISMISSED

ALL DISMISSED

CDL – SPEEDING 102/55 WITH PRIOR; INITIAL OFFER INCLUDED JAIL TIME; CASE DISMISSED

CASE DISMISSED

CDL Holder – Speeding 92/70 with Two Priors. DISMISSED - NO FINE AND NO COURT COSTS.

DISMISSED - NO FINE AND NO COURT COSTS

CDL Holder – Two Speeding Tickets Back-to-Back - 1 DISMISSED; 1 NON-MOVING VIOLATION; NO FINE OR COSTS.

1 DISMISSED; 1 NON-MOVING VIOLATION; NO FINE OR COSTS

Reckless Driving 121/70 – Prosecutor Wanted Jail; REDUCED FROM RECKLESS DRIVING TO SPEEDING; NO JAIL TIME

REDUCED FROM RECKLESS DRIVING TO SPEEDING; NO JAIL TIME

Speeding Ticket – Prior Record + Already Pled Guilty; CONVICTION REVERSED AND CHARGE LATER DISMISSED.

CONVICTION REVERSED AND CHARGE LATER DISMISSED

DUI – "Any Substance" Charge. NOT GUILTY!

NOT GUILTY!

CDL Holder – Move Over Law Violation: REDUCED TO A NON-MOVING VIOLATION.

REDUCED TO A NON-MOVING VIOLATION

Speeding in a Construction Zone – 17-Year-Old with a Prior. DISMISSED WITH ON-LINE DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS.

DISMISSED WITH ON-LINE DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS

CDL Holder – Leaving the Scene of an Accident in a CMV. DISMISSED: NO FINE AND NO COURT COSTS

DISMISSED: NO FINE AND NO COURT COSTS

Two Speeding Tickets + Two Priors; BOTH SPEEDING TICKETS DISMISSED

BOTH SPEEDING TICKETS DISMISSED

DUI – Refused Breath and Blood Test, No License, No Insurance - DISMISSED

DISMISSAL OF ALL CHARGES WITH CONDITIONS

CDL Holder – Speeding in Personal Vehicle. NOT GUILTY

NOT GUILTY

Speeding 100/65 – Fire Academy Student with a Prior Conviction. DISMISSED ON DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS.

DISMISSED ON DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS

Criminal Charge of Attempting to Elude + Reckless Driving; DISMISSED AND YOUTHFUL OFFENDER

DISMISSED AND YOUTHFUL OFFENDER

Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle – Frustrated with Prior Lawyer; DISMISSED

DISMISSED

DUI – Single Car Accident with No Breath Test; DISMISSED - NO FINES AND NO COSTS.

DISMISSED - NO FINES AND NO COSTS

Reckless Driving 110/70. DISMISSED UPON COMPLETION OF DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS.

DISMISSED UPON COMPLETION OF DRIVING SCHOOL AND PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS

CDL – SPEEDING 74/55 WITH PRIOR; DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

DISMISSED – NO FINES, NO COSTS

DUI – REFUSAL + PRIOR DUI; DISMISSED – NO DIVERSION, NO CLASSES, NO CONVICTION

DISMISSED – NO DIVERSION, NO CLASSES, NO CONVICTION

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Education

N/A

Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (AL)

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Harding University

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Speaking Engagements

2015

Chief Trial Board Judge

Trial Skills

2014

National Trial Team Member

Trial Skills

2014

Career Day

Choosing to Become a Lawyer

Publications

2024

There are no non-pharmacist members on the board to provide a check for how the board operates, said a second attorney for East, Caroline Pruitt Hooten. Pharmacist convicted over pain pills challenges powers of Alabama pharmacy board

Languages

English

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