Douglas Voigt Hazelton

Douglas Voigt Hazelton

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Newport News, VA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

Central Park Business Center, 13195 Warwick Blvd Suite 2A, Newport News, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 1 year

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 32 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1993

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Tillotson & Martin

Central Park Business Center, 13195 Warwick Blvd Suite 2A, Newport News, VA, 23602

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Douglas Voigt Hazelton's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Representation and Work

Doug was clear headed and honest! He laid out the potential scenarios and fought for the best outcome. Because of him there wasn’t a conviction and instead, after being good for a year, being wiped clean. What more could I ask for? Got in some trouble, paid some money, and now I just have to stay out... of trouble. I felt relieved that he was on my case and understood the importance to me. He was matter of fact but also friendly and human. I would go to him for any other issues.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Grateful Family

After contacting Hallberg Criminal Defense, we met with Doug Hazelton to review our case. He took the time to explain all of our options. We would not have trusted the circumstance to anyone else. Doug provided our family with a sense of peace during a very stressful time. If we had a question he wa...s available to listen, explain and support us along the way. Looking back it was a long process but in the end we felt his expertise guided us to a resolution we may not have been given if not properly represented and for that we are grateful.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Compassionate Expert

I hired Mr. Hazelton to represent me on a complex case. I appreciate the time he took to explain my options based on the evidence and MN law. He has a deep understanding of DWI and Criminal law and really knows his stuff! He negotiated a great deal for me, resulting in no conviction and nothing on m...y driving record.

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Douglas Voigt Hazelton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tina Appleby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Doug Hazelton a great attorney with a particular expertise in DUI and Traffic matters. If I have a question or want to bounce something off another lawyer in those areas, he's the one I seek! Doug does a great job obtaining the best results possible for a client and also encourages them--- when appropriate --- to seek treatment or other help. I also value Doug's input on any ethical matter. Highly recommend!"

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Lee Orwig

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is one of Minnesota's premier authorities on DWI law. He works hard to ensure that his clients obtain the best results possible and is not afraid to litigate a case."

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Andrew Wilson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug has a mind for DUI and DWI like a steel trap. I have never met someone more knowledgeable in that field. Doug is wonderful to work with and works hard to obtain great results for his clients."

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Maureen Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Hazelton. He's a leader, passionate about his work, and also the author of the leading work on DUIs in Minnesota."

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Rhidian Orr

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is an exceptional DUI attorney. I have entrusted Doug with the representation of some very close friends in Minnesota. He did a great job on their cases. Doug is a long time member of the National College for DUI Defense. He is well liked and respected among his peers. If someone is accused of a DWI in Minnesota, Doug should be one the first people called."

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having been a member of the National College for DUI Defense for over 10 years now, and as an annual attendee of two to three national DUI defense seminars, I have been privileged to get to know many of our nation's finest DUI defense attorneys. Doug Hazelton is undoubtedly amongst this select group. His reputation for professional excellence far exceeds the borders of Minnesota. His reputation as a well trained, experienced, ultra talented yet deeply compassionate, DUI defense attorney is not only national but matched by very few. I proudly and loudly endorse Doug Hazelton. The citizen accused could be in no better hands. Period. The fact that he is a personal friend is but a bonus."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hazelton has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to not only competently defend a citizen accused, but rather to aggressively and successfully do so. I can personally attest that he remains on the cutting edge of the law, of the forensic science and of trial advocacy skills. His reputation for success far exceeds the bounds of his state as evidenced by my endorsement (as I am located in Central Pennsylvania). He uses all of these to maximize the chances of obtaining an acceptable result for those who trust him with their case. At the end of the analysis, you, as a potential new client, would do well to not simply call him, but to retain him, listen to him and trust him. It might just be the best decision you have made-ever."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Minnesota's Best Lawyers - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2017

Minnesota's Best Lawyers - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2016

Lawyer of the Year - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2016

Hanson Memorial Advocates Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2015

Minnesota's Best Lawyers - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2014

Minnesota's Best Lawyers - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2013

Minnesota's Best Lawyers - DUI/DWI Defense, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2004

Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - 2023

Partner, Halberg Criminal Defense

1993 - 2007

Owner, Hazelton Law Offices

Associations

2024 - Present

Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

General Member

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

1997 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Minnesota State Delegate

1994 - Present

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

Past President

1994 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

General Member

1994 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

General Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Andersen

The Minnesota Court of Appeals upheld the District Court's order suppressing all evidence of boating while intoxicated (BWI)

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Education

1992

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Antioch College

BA - Bachelor of Arts (Social and Management Studies)

Speaking Engagements

2018

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2018

Criminal Law Series: Minnesota DWI Deskbook

Breath, Blood and Urine Testing

2017

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2016

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2015

Wisconsin Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Know Your Neighbors: What You Need To Know About Neighboring State OWI Treatment

2015

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2015

Minnesota DWI Advanced Practice

Voir Dire

2015

Criminal Law Series: Minnesota DWI Deskbook

Breath, Blood and Urine Testing

2015

Criminal Justice Institute

Interplay of New Reckless Driving Law and Existing CVO Law

2014

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2013

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2013

Criminal Law Series: Minnesota DWI Deskbook

Chemical Testing

2012

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update

2011

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Statutory and Case Law Update and New Ignition Interlock Rules

2011

Criminal Justice Institute

Dirty Dozen - The New DataMaster Machine

2010

Multi-Device Breath Testing Mega-Course

The Source Code Challenge in Minnesota

2010

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Pretrial Motions in a DWI Case

2009

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Top 10 Things To Know In Defending Minnesota DWI Cases

2009

How to Effectively Prosecute and Defend DWIs in Minnesota

Effective Discovery in the DWI Case

2008

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Status of Intoxilyzer Source Code Discovery

2008

Minnesota DWI Law and Practice

Discovery in the DWI Case

2008

Bench & Bar/Criminal Law Section Seminar

Introduction to DUI Defense Issues in North Dakota

2008

A Basics Course

Minnesota Criminal Practice and Procedure

2007

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Cross Examination of DRE in DWI-Drugs Case

2007

DWI 101

Blood, Breath and Urine Testing and PBTs

2006

MSCJ Annual DWI Seminar

Intoxilyzer Source Code Litigation

2004

Minnesota DWI Practice Institute

Discovery in the DWI Case

2003

NCDD Winter Session, San Antonio, TX - DWI Defense According to the Code of the West

Knowing the Ropes of Cross Examining the DRE Officer

Publications

2018

Minnesota Practice Series Volume 31 (Thomson Reuters) Minnesota DWI Handbook

Languages

English

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