Daniel L. Viets

Daniel L. Viets

5.0
Rating: 6.2

Licensed for 39 years

Cannabis Law Lawyer at Columbia, MO
Practice Areas: Cannabis Law, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

15 N. 10th Street, Columbia, MO

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 39 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1986

Good Standing, Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Dan Viets Law

15 N. 10th Street, Columbia, MO, 65201

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Daniel L. Viets's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dan The Man!!!!!

I was charged with a felony distribution charge of marijuana. Mr.Viets got me 5 years SIS probation and as long as everything goes well on my behalf I’ll be off in 2 an 1/2 years with no honest conviction! I appreciate Dan and everything he did for me! Affordable, Professional, and Respected!!! Could...n’t have made a better choice. Thank you Dan!

Posted by Anonymous | January 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in MO

I got into some serious trouble in Booneville, MO. After getting caught with a large amount of marijuana on the I-70, I was facing a felony charge that carried up to 7-10 years in prison. Hiring Dan was the best decision I could have made. He ultimately got me off with an SIS probation which kept the... felony conviction off my record and I had to do 60 days shock-time in Jail. He was very professional, honest, and upfront with me throughout the process. He filed for different motions that ultimately benefited me tremendously. I could not have been happier with my decision to hire Dan. I would recommend Mr. Viets to anyone who gets caught up in an unfortunate situation down in Missouri.

Posted by Samuel schaben | December 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best!!!!!!!!

Dan and his hard working team are amazing! These are the kind of people that are out there protecting your rights! I was charged with three felonies involving cannabis. I suffered from chronic knee pains from surgery and chose cannabis as my primary pain relief medication. I obtained my mmj medical c...ard shortly after my arrest. Dan was able to protect my right to use my medical cannabis while on probation!!!! Also I am on sis probation so he kelp felonies off my record. Also kept me out of jail. This is the best advice you can get hire dan!!!! Thanks again Dan for all the hard work and dedication you put in for me and my family.

Posted by Tyler | May 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dan Prevails

Dan has represented me on a handful of matters in the last 4-5 years. In every case that Dan was my counsel, he more than surpassed my expectations. If the charge couldn’t be dropped or reduced, the sentence usually was. I would not be in the position I am today without Dan’s exceptional work in the ...court room. Communications with Dan were sometimes confusing, as emails often can be, but in person he is very good about hearing you out and when making an argument in court, on his clients behalf is better than any lawyer I’ve ever seen.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

To Whom It May Concern:

November 2017, I met with Columbia Attorney, Dan Viets regarding a case against me by Columbia Public Schools. This case was a result of a school bus crash where I was riding and received moderate injuries. Columbia Public Schools and Workman’s Comprehensive Insurance accused me of fraud for the cl...aims made regarding the injuries I received from the crash. Up until I met with Dan Viets it was like noone believed what I told them, and I was made to appear a criminal. At the first visit, Dan Viets felt strongly that there was a strong case that could go in my favor and he proceeded to work on it and prepare for a court hearing. He interviewed not only me, but also my Mother and she was able to provide facts and pictures to show my injuries were valid and required medical attention. For over a year Dan Viets worked diligently on my case and on December 26, 2018 I received a letter from Dan Viets the court ruled in my favor and I was found innocent of all charges. Dan Viets and his entire staff treated me and my family with dignity, professionalism and proved he believed in me and the honest recollection I gave of the school bus crash. I am extremely pleased at the result of the hearing and if not for the hard work, long hours and diligence to prove me innocent this situation could have had a much different outcome.

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Daniel L. Viets's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Dodson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dan Viets is one of the best, if not the best, criminal defense lawyers in Missouri. He's been leading the charge to legalize marijuana in Missouri for longer than I can remember as the president of Missouri NORML, and is a fierce litigator and trial lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  6.2 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Suspension issued in MO, 2021

updated on 06/12/2023

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Atticus Finch Award, Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Trailblazer, NAACP

2006

Lifetime Achievement Award, NORML

2005

Freedom Fighter of the Month, High Times

1995

Civil Libertarian of the Year, ACLU

1993

"Keeping the Dream Alive" Award, Martin Luther King Association

Work Experience

1986 - 2021

Owner, Dan Viets Attorney and Counselor At Law

Associations

2015 - Present

NORML National Legal Committee

Director

2014 - Present

New Approach Missouri

President

1986 - Present

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

1986 - Present

Missouri Affiliate of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws NORML

State Coordinator

American Civil Liberties Union of Eastern Missouri

Board Member

American Civil Liberties Union of Mid-Missouri

President

1994 - 1995

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

Education

1985

University of Missouri School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of Missouri

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

KC NORML Chapter Meeting

MIssouri NORML Coordinator

Languages

English

Activity

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