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Jay Scott Finnecy
About Jay
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
40%
30 years | 1,000 cases
Expungement
10%
30 years | 300 cases
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Licensed in California for 30 years
State: California
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Finnecy Law Firm
2345 W Beech Ave. #4201, Visalia, CA, 93278
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Jay Scott Finnecy's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 48 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rose | July 1, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Rude, entitled
Wow. I came to read a question on something I am also dealing with. The responses this man has to people is ridiculous. Entitled is the word that comes to mind. You, sir, are a lawyer (yay you!) but I will remind you that you are not better than those of us who are not. Seeing how you act on a legal ...
Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Unprofessional
I asked a legitimate question. He gave me a take some responsibility type answer. What a load of crap. If you have no actual knowledge dont reply to my question. I question the legitimacy of this site if answers with the words"bla bla bla its everyone elses fault" are able to be posted
Jay Finnecy
Replied last July 13, 2023I question the legitimacy of this "user" who is alleged to have possessed kiddie porn.
Posted by Brandi | March 11, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
If you want a lawyer with knowledge, pick Jay
If you're going to need representation in court, you need someone with knowledge and who knows the law in and out. I asked a question on here regarding a very specific penal code and motion that I received in court and out of several lawyers, he is THE ONLY one who got it right and I learned somethin...
Posted by Vivian | February 23, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
The jerk
I had a question regarding finding out who bonded someone who wronged me out. He replied to query and stated it was none of my business. Honestly maybe it’s not but I still would like to know. So thank you for your answer.
Jay Finnecy
Replied last February 24, 2021Someone looking for answers without providing any information..........
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A simple question
I asked a simple question and so he decided to response and told me to grow up for accidentally tapping someone's car with my bag.
Jay Scott Finnecy's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Finnecy is brilliant yet immensely practical. These qualities are rare but necessary to practice criminal law. Mr. Finnecy is the real deal. If you live in or near Vista, consider calling him to help with your criminal matter."
"Smart, experienced, practical, level-headed, fearless, impeccable judgment. Definitely on my short-list of people to call if I or a loved one need serious help. I can't praise any higher than that."
"Mr. Finnecy is always quick to respond. Often a single sentence is enough."
"I endorse and recommend Mr. Finnecy."
"I endorse and highly recommend this lawyer based on their thorough and knowledgeable answers on Avvo."
"I endorse this lawyer. He clearly knows his stuff. If he seems salty or blunt it is because he has been doing it long enough to tell you the truth. I do not know him personally but I can tell by his responses that he knows what he is doing. He has my endorsement, which does not happen frequently."
"Jay is an experienced and intelligent lawyer that knows how to fight for his clients. He does not pull any punches and goes for the win. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Finnecy is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need. He is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help."
"Mr. Finnecy is consistently insightful and knowledgeable in his contributions to this forum. I endorse him."
"An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend him for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an incredible advocate on behalf of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Finnecy's answers on Avvo indicate he is a highly knowledgeable DWI attorney."
"I endorse Mr. Finnecy, he is truthful, to the point and answers poster's questions without sugar coating or over promising.An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I confidently endorse this lawyer’s work and standing in the legal community."
"Jay is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jay is a highly skilled and well-known attorney in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism and work ethic. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."
"Mr. Finnecy is a top-notch defense attorney. A zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jay Scott is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he is bound to invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
Client's Choice Award--Criminal Defense, AVVO
2014
Top Contributor--Criminal Defense, AVVO
2013
Appellate Moot Court Judge, University of San Diego
2011
Moot Court Judge, University of San Diego
2006
Volunteer Attorney Award, North County Bar Association
2005
Volunteer Attorney Award, North County Bar Association
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Offices of Jay S. Finnecy
2003 - 2005
Adjunct Professor, Mira Costa Community College
1995 - 2002
Deputy District Attorney III, San Diego County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Bar Association of North San Diego CountyMember
2015 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2015 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2009 - 2011
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI with prior (Second Offense)
No jail time/No community service
Felony DUI with Serious Injury and Felony Child Endangerment
Probation
PC459/Commercial Burglary
Probation/No jail
Education
2015
Annual Criminal Defense Seminar: California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
N/A
2015
Cross Examination Seminar: CPDA
N/A
1995
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of California - Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Networking at the Crowne Plaza
DUI and Criminal Defense Basics
2012
North County Criminal Law CLE
Criminal Defense Practice in North San Diego County
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does OR mean on an inmate search?
26 Jul 2023
Q&A
How was dementia patient to present a defense?
17 Jul 2023
Q&A
Can a police officer run my name and drivers license as a favor to someone else?
13 Jul 2023