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John Hunsucker
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Biography
Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, John Hunsucker is the lead attorney with the Hunsucker DUI Defense Firm. John’s practice is focused almost exclusively on DUI and alcohol related defense. He handles over 200 DUI cases a year ranging from first time offenders to DUI felony murder cases.
John is certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as an Instructor in the administration of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) and is formally trained in Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE). The Hunsucker DUI Defense Firm owns twelve Intoxilyzer 5000s and one Intoxilyzer 8000 (one of only 10 in private hands in the county). John is also certified as an Operator of the Intoxilyzers 5000 and 8000.
Nationally recognized, John has consulted on or tried DUI/DWI cases in the States of Oklahoma, Texas, Massachusetts, California, and Connecticut. In additional to teaching nationally, John has been featured on KTOK radio, Channel 5 News, Channel 4 News, and quoted in the Daily Oklahoman for his extensive knowledge of DUI law. In 2009, John appeared as a legal commentator on TruTV’s “In Session with Lisa Bloom” and recently, “Open Court with Ashleigh Banfield”.
John is the co-author of Oklahoma DUI Defense, The Law and Practice (Lawyers & Judges Publishing 2008), The Oklahoma DUI Survival Guide (Whitehall Publishing 2007), The Oklahoma DUI Survival Guide, 2ed (Whitehall Publishing 2010), The Georgia DUI Survival Guide (Whitehall Publishing 2009), The Florida DUI Survival Guide (Whitehall Publishing 2010), and The Minnesota DWI Survival Guide (Whitehall Publishing 2010).
John is a Board Director of the Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association, a Fellow with the Litigation Council of America, and a Member of the National College for DUI Defense. John is licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma, the 10th Circuit, and the Western District of Oklahoma Federal Court.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
99%
27 years
Criminal Defense
1%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oklahoma for 27 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of John Hunsucker
600 West Sheridan Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102
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John Hunsucker's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience
Thanks to your team, and particularly to Mr. Doug Baxter, my sons DWI was reduced to a mere speeding ticket and his driver license was not suspended.
Posted by Brenda | December 17, 2013
John Hunsucker is THE MAN!!
John Hunsucker is THE MAN!!! My APC arrest in 2012 was a very embarrassing & humbling experience and when I was referred to John I was told I would be in good hands. They were right! He and his staff were all great to work with, and I was never made to feel like I was just another client coming th...
Posted by Mike | November 21, 2013
Thank you Mr. Hunsuker!
On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the worst, my DUI situation started out at an 8. By the day before my final hearing it was a 4. John didn't stop there. He fought for me right through the final hearing and I came away with a 2 on the pain scale. It always pays to hire an expert for a job that requires a...
Posted by Jason | October 28, 2013
$5,000 - Zero Help
The only time I ever actually talked to him was the initial call. Every time after that was either with his secretary or another lawyer. After paying $5,000 I ended up getting exactly what I would have without a lawyer. 6 months loss of license, 18 months of interlock device, $40/month for 2 yea...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2013
Great Attorney
Will highly recommend John's services. When I found myself looking for legal help I wasked around and several unrelated sources recommended him so I figured I'd try him. Price is high but you get what you pay for. I hope I never have to use him again, but if I did I know I'm in good hands. I also us...
John Hunsucker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I'm proud to endorse John Hunsucker as a lawyer who is serious about DUI defense. He is one of only three Board Certified DUI Lawyers in the entire state, and one of the handful of attorneys in the entire country to purchase his own Intoxilyzer 8000 breath testing machine. John is committed to DUI defense, and will work hard to help you through this stressful situation. If you've been charged with a Oklahoma DUI, visit John's website and download the free guide on what to do next and how to choose the right DUI lawyer for your case."
"John is an expert in the area of DUI defense. He is dedicated to his clients and cares deeply about each client's case. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Hunsucker is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with him defending you. He is always well prepared and very knowledgeable about DUI and DWI law matters."
"Mr. Hunsucker is a nationally known authority on the defense of impaired driving cases, with an outstanding staff."
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"John is THE DUI KING of Oklahoma City. DUI is getting so specialized that I refer all my prospective DUI clients to John. He literally wrote the book on DUI defense (Oklahoma DUI Survival Guide and Oklahoma DUI Defense). He is also an accomplished trial lawyer, legal commentator for various news and media outlets, and is highly sought after for his knowledge and expertise in the area of DUI defense. Let me put it this way, if I received a DUI, John is the only attorney I would call."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"John Hunsucker is likely the best DUI attorney in Oklahoma. Any one in the OKC area charged with a DUI should give him a call."
"Mr. Hunsucker sets the standard for DUI/DWI defense in Oklahoma City. He is passionate, ethical, and excellent at what he does. I would recommend Mr. Hunsucker to anyone facing a DUI/DWI charge."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John Hunsucker is a fearless advocate for his Oklahoma CIty area clients. He is also nationally respected for his knowledge of DUI-DWI laws in Oklahoma, and has co-authored several books on the subject. In addition to being a great lawyer, he is a great father and compassionate man who IDENTIFIES with his clients, so that they know he will be their warrior in court."
"He wrote the book on Oklahoma DUI with Bruce Edge in Tulsa. He knows DUI law."
"John Hunsucker is a tireless advocate for his clients. John will go the extra mile to make sure his clients rights are protected. Do not hesitate to call John regarding a DUI or other criminal defense need."
"I endorse this lawyer. He provides a strong defense for his clients while always maintaining a professional demeanor."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Best Lawyers/DUI Defense, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Oklahoma Superlawyers 2012, Law & Politics Magazine
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
OKC's Top Attorneys, Distinctly Oklahoma magazine
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Oklahoma SuperLawyer 2011, Law & Politics Magazine
2010
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Oklahoma SuperLawyer 2010, Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Circle of Excellence, Merchant Circle
2009
Oklahoma Superlawyers 2009, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Oklahoma Superlawyers 2008, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Oklahoma Superlawyers 2007, Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Oklahoma Superlawyers 2006, Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Managing Partner, Hunsucker DUI Defense Firm
1998 - 1999
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
Oklahoma County Criminal Defense Lawyer's AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseOklahoma Delegate
2007 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2005 - Present
Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDirector/Board Member
2002 - Present
National College for Dui DefenseMember
2002 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1998 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationLicensed Attorney
1998 - Present
Oklahoma County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. RM
Case Dismissed-No License Loss
State v. JC
Suppression motion Sustained, Case Dismissed
Edmond v. VW
Cases dismissed without court costs
DPS v. J.C.
Appeal sustained, no license loss.
State v. MF
Dismissal for Insufficient Evidence (No probation, no fines,no classes)
State v. PR
Not Guilty verdict after trial.
Oklahoma City v. WT
Dismissed.
State v. SC
Suppression Affirmed-Case Dismissed
MB v. DPS
License Revocation set aside/No license lss
** v. DPS
CDL Disqualification set aside (reversed)
State v. TE
Complete Dismissal & no license loss
KC v. Department of Public Safety
License Returned at District Court Appeal
TE v, DPS
License Revo Set Aside
JL v. Department of Public Safety
License Revocation set aside
State v. JH
No license loss, Very short deferred with dismissal and expungeable at end.
State of Oklahoma v. SM
Not Guilty
OKC vs JF
Not Guilty (13 minutes)
Education
1997
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Juris Doctor
1992
University of Oklahoma
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
National College of DUI Defense
Representing the Military Client in Civilian Court
2014
Municipal Judge's Association
Collateral Consequences of A DUI
2014
Criminal Defense Institute
DUI Update
2013
OBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2013
A Simple DUI or Malpractice Waiting to Happen?”
2013
Life After OU
DUI, Doobie, and All That Jazz
2013
DUI Trial College
Break-Out Co-leader
2013
Criminal Defense Institute
Oklahoma DUI Laws
2012
University of Oklahoma-Life after OU
DUI, Doobie, and All That Jazz
2012
Summer Session
Break-Out Co-leader
2012
Criminal Defense Institute
Oklahoma DUI Laws
2011
University of Oklahoma-Life after OU
DUI, Doobie, and All That Jazz
2011
Oklahoma County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
DUI Tune-Up, Important Changes
2011
National College for DUI Defense Summer Session
Break-Out co-leader
2011
June Bar Meeting
DUI Defense
2011
Handling First DUI Case
SFST, DUI Science, DUI Trial Skills
2011
DUI In Oklahoma-Tulsa
Intoxilyzer 8000/DRE Roundtable
2011
DUI In Oklahoma-Oklahoma City
Intoxilyzer 8000/DRE Roundtable
2011
Criminal Defense Institute
DUI Mechanics
2011
Criminal Defense Basics 2011
DUI Basics
2011
Bar Association Meeting
66 DUI Tips
2010
University of Oklahoma-Life After OU
DUI and Criminal Law
2010
Summer Session
Break-Out co-leader
2010
Oklahoma Municipal Judge's Association
DUI/DWI/Intox 8000
2010
Oklahoma Municipal Attorney's Association
DUI/DWI/Intox 8000
2010
Multi-Device Breath Testing Mega Course- Atlanta, Georgia
Intoxilyzer 8000
2010
Intox 8000 & Science of Breath Alcohol Testing- Toronto, Canada
Intoxilyzer 8000
2010
Advanced Field Sobriety and DRE Training
Field Sobriety Testing and Drug Recognition
2009
Life After OU
DUI and Criminal Law
2008
Oklahoma Bar Association-Tulsa
79 DUI Tips
2008
Oklahoma Bar Association-Oklahoma City
79 DUI Tips
Publications
2012
Aspatore Books
Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases
2012
Texas DWI Survival Guide, West Texas Edition
Citizen's Protection Manual
2012
Utah DUI Survival Guide
Citizen's Protection Manual
2010
Oklahoma DUI Survival Guide 2ed
Citizen's Protection Manual
2010
Minnesota DWI Survival Guide
Citizen's Protection Manual
2010
Florida DUI Survival Guide
Citizen's Protection Manual
2010
Tennessee DUI Survival Guide
A Citizen's Protection manual
2010
Georgia DUI Survival Guide 2ed
Citizen's Protection Guide
2009
Georgia DUI Survival Guide
Citizen's Protection Manual
2008
Oklahoma DUI Defense, The law and Practice
Lawyers and Judges Publishing
2007
Oklahoma DUI Survival Guide
Citizen's Protection Manual
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Patrol cars in turning lanes
16 Oct 2013
Q&A
My storage unit was stolen, what are my rights?
13 Aug 2013
Q&A
How do I get my suspended., modified driver's license reinstated?
15 Aug 2013
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Oklahoma Modified License
28 Apr 2010
Legal Guide
Overview of Oklahoma DPS Actions
28 Apr 2010
Legal Guide
What Are Field Sobriety Tests?
28 Apr 2010