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Scotty J Storey

DUI and DWI Attorney at San Jose, CA

4.4   16 reviews
  • Licensed for 19 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2003
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Scotty

Learn Scotty’s areas of practice.

3
Practice areas
  1. DUI and DWI
    60%
    My office will handle everything in your case from the DMV Admin Per Se Hearing, aka APS Hearing, to trial. We have extensive experience with representing clients charged with DUIs and are members of the California DUI Lawyers Association.

    20 years

  2. Criminal defense
    25%
    We handle everything from Traffic Infractions to Three-Strike Felony cases and everything in between. We are aggressive and zealous advocates for our clients.

    20 years

  3. Personal injury
    15%
    Specializing in Personal Injury representation of motorcyclists. Our office handles all aspects of the personal injury claim at a reduced rate for motorcyclists AND assist in the recovery of the personal property loss suffered from the accident.

    20 years

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Scotty J Storey
247 North Third Street
San Jose, CA, 95112

Reviews

4.4 / 5.0
  16 customer reviews
Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2023
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Professional and Friendly
Scotty advised me on my case. He clearly laid out my options and scenarios and provided me with the necessary information to proceed. He's friendly and he knows what he's doing - would definitely recommend.
Posted by Joseph | November 13, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
He is The Man
I was referred to him by an acquaintance after I was charged with a DUI. He took the edge of a painful process, and with the breathing room this provided was able to get back on track and get on with my life. I'm no longer in the same area as him, but I would definitely recommend him to anyone in a similar situation if I were.
Posted by Shane | January 13, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Boom
I live in Texas now, but recieved a speeding ticket for wreckless driving in San Jose before I moved. I contacted Scott due to his experience with motorcycle laws and glad I did. I only recieved a $150 fine and 1 point on my DMV record for which I immediately took the CA traffic school to suppress that point so my insurance did not go up. I have a terrible driving record and gave Scott no room to bargain, yet he pulled it off. Totally impressed.
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Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2015
A Truly Amazing Attorney
For better or for worse, I have had more than one opportunity to have Storey & Storey represent me for traffic related matters. Scotty is the BEST!!! Initially, Scotty represented me a on a run of the mill traffic ticket. Let’s just say, the result was great enough to keep me coming back for future issues. I then was charged with a reckless driving while on Highway 101. This was completely ridiculous charge. The officer claimed that I was weaving in and out of traffic while driving at an unsafe speed. The big problem with this charge is that it is a 2 point misdemeanor!!! The DA’s Office wanted jail time if there was a conviction for the charge. Scotty fought the case with all of the diligence and expertise that I have come to expect from him. In the end, Scotty managed a deal where I was convicted of two infractions but only received one point on my license. Next, I was racially profiled while in Los Gatos and I got pulled over late at night and ultimately charged with a DUI. Scotty spent more than a year fighting my case. It came to my attention that Scotty was the first person in the history of Santa Clara County to actually go to the crime lab and view the blood samples on the DUI cases. The result of that investigation caused the District Attorney’s Office, the Crime Lab, and the people who take the blood samples to change the procedures and policies. After the long battle, the DA’s Office finally offered a “dry reckless” in order to resolve the case. I did not want to take the offer and Scotty was more than prepared and ready to go to trial and fight to the bitter end for me. Unfortunately, I got a new job out of the area and I could not take the time off to go trial and ultimately accepted the dry reckless offer in the end. Scotty Storey is a great attorney and I recommend anyone in need of legal assistance to consider oneself lucky if he accepts your case.
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Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015
Great DUI lawyer
When I got my DUI, I was terrified of the consequences, and was in shock (even though i was below 0.08 on the breathalyzer). After researching a few lawyers, I met with Scotty, and he informed me of what to expect. He handled all interactions with the DMV and the DA's office. Scotty was very professional and got a "set aside" for my License, and I wasn't charged on the Arraignment day.
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Posted by Seyed | June 4, 2013
Job Well Done
The DMV suspended my license for having too many points on my record. I retained Scotty Storey's office to handle a Negligent Operator's Treatment System, aka, Neg Ops hearing or NOTS hearing, for me. Scotty's Office's superlative handling of the case resulted in the DMV not suspending my license but putting me on probation for a period of time. Unfortunately for me, a law enforcement officer cited me for a moving violation during my term of probation. This was bad news because if I got a conviction for the citation, I would definitely have my license suspended. I had a lot on the line. I had Scotty's Office represent me again, this time on the ticket. At trial, the judge dismissed the case against me because of the District Attorney's Office not complying with the court order to produce discovery. I don't really care how it happened but the case was dismissed and I can keep driving. That is what is really important. I will be using their services going forward and I will recommend Scotty J. Storey to anyone that has any dealing or dispute with the DMV."
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Posted by Christopher | April 24, 2013
Speeding ticket dismissed
I got a speeding ticket in my car for going 75 in a 55 from Santa Cruz to San Jose on HWY 17. I thought the ticket was outrageous being I was in cruise control at 65. Yeah I was speeding but not that fast and the ticket was almost $600. I figured I would get a attorney to represent me. I saw Mr. Storey on a motorcycle website and decided to check him out. He is very competent and he got my case dismissed. He comes highly recommended by me. Thanks for all your help.
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Posted by Frode | January 25, 2013
Competent, Reassuring, Effective
It was the the night before the tax return deadline, and if I didn't have enough to deal with already, I was pulled over for a so-called "unsafe lane change" on the 280. Not only did I strongly feel it was a bogus charge by a cop trying to meet his quota, but another point on my license would not have been good. I needed to find a competent attorney to fight this. I called Scotty Storey's office based on their online reviews. A brief call with Mr. Storey himself made it obvious that they knew what they were doing. Not only did they get the charge dismissed, but they also explained the whole process to me in a reassuring way. I always felt I knew what was going on. Highly, highly recommended.
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Posted by Michael | August 6, 2010
Great Moto Lawyer!
After getting a questionable ticket by a CHP officer in Santa Clara county, I called Scotty to discuss my options. He answered all of my (there are no) stupid questions, and was very informative. He handled my case w/ professionalism which resulted in favorable results. I would recommend Scotty to anyone who has run into the law while enjoying 2 wheels. Thanks!
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Posted by Nick | June 9, 2010
Outstanding, simply outstanding!
Wow! Case Dismissed! Scotty, I am so glad you were my attorney. Your hard work and the in-depth knowledge of the law kept this incident from tarnishing my driving record. Thank you very much for your help! --Nick
Posted by Daniel | October 4, 2009
Superlative Personal Injury Attorney
Scotty really went above and beyond in his handling of my case. Not only did Scotty handle the personal injury claim in my case, he handled the personal property loss as a courtesy without collecting any fees. My case had a lot of unexpected twists and turns. In fact, MY INSURANCE COMPANY, was the worst factor. The negligent driver's insurance paid the policy limits pretty directly. Then Scotty filed a claim with my insurance company under the Under-insured policy. Long story short, Scotty started setting the insurance company up for a bad faith claim, taking no prisoners or BS from the insurance company. I saw my file and I was amazed at the amount of work that Scotty's office did on my file. My file filled an entire banker's box and then some. I worked with another attorney on an unrelated matter and he may have done half the work that Scotty did. My final recovery reflected Scotty's work product. Scotty's office also has a policy to return all calls and emails within 72 hours, weekends included. This was very important to me. Afterall this case really affected my life and if I had a question or concern, I got an immediate response. GREAT JOB. Thanks again.
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Posted by Tony | September 30, 2009
Scotty is a great lawyer
Scotty and his associates handled my case fast. and got me the results i hoped for. i highly recomend his office
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2009
Great Attorney!!! Scotty got my case dismissed.
I was charged with driving at 130 mph on a local interstate. After a great deal of work by Scotty, my case was dismissed. I got to keep my license, which means that I got to keep my job! Scotty kept me will informed during the overall process. I could call him 24 hours a day and he would answer my questions immediately.
Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2010
A competent Lawyer who will fight for your right's!!
I was referred to Scotty Storey from a friend of mine who used him in the past. He said he was a good lawyer who will not screw you over, but will actually help you with your case. My case was a criminal case. I was being charged with DV. He told me that he would get my charges dropped as long as i was telling him the truth about my situation. In the end he held up his end of the deal. Thanks again Scotty for getting the charges dropped!! I am truly greatful!!
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Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2014
Stay Away!!!
Was unprofessional and did little with my case. I hardly heard a word from him about my case in the 10 months after I hired him to work on it. I was left fending for myself as a result, my injuries unresolved, and a criminal was let free, because of it.
Posted by Dean | December 16, 2013
usually i don't give a bad review but i promised myself i will try to help others avoid this experience
unfortunately i have been dealing with a lot of lawyers through out my life and this one is defiantly the worst, i absolutely wouldn't recommend him to anyone! i explain how delicate my case was but they still handled it as it was a normal speeding ticket. now i'm SUSPENDED! and payed over 1500$! i specifically explain to them my case prior to hiring mr scotty to make sure they understand my case but all they wanted was to get the case. i honestly and truly believe that mr storey should not be practicing law
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Cost

Rates
  • Retainer Sometimes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Primary
  • Law Offices of Scotty J. Storey
  • 2005 - 2009

Education

  • Santa Clara Univ SOL
  • law
  • N/A
  • Univ of Illinois
  • undergraduate
  • N/A

Associations

  • Bay Area Traffic Trial Defense Attorneys Association
  • Treasurer
  • 2011 - Present
  • Santa Clara County Bar Association Law Related Education Committee
  • Committee Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • California DUI Lawyers Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • California Public Defenders Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • California DUI Lawyers Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • Santa Clara County Bar Association
  • Attorney Member
  • 2003 - Present
  • American Federation of Motorcyclists
  • Secretary of the Board
  • 2006 - 2009
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • German

Honors and Awards

  • Completion of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Course
  • NHTSA
  • 2013
  • License to Practice in all Courts of the State
  • U.S. District Court
  • 2013
  • Client's Choice - DUI
  • AVVO
  • 2012
  • Best Brief
  • Jessup Internation Law Foundation
  • 2000
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Speaking Engagements

  • Know Your Rights Seminars
  • Your rights when involved in an accident
  • N/A
  • Know Your Rights Seminars
  • Fight Your Ticket and Win!!!
  • N/A

Attorney endorsements

Received (26)
Given (38)
Endorse Scotty
Criminal defense Attorney | May 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well respected by his peers and judges. An excellent advocate for his clients in the courtroom."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to witness his work in the courtroom and have found him to be diligent and hardworking. He is well respected in the legal community."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Scotty Storey is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. He is passionate about his cases and he leaves no stone unturned."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | May 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Scotty. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I've attended multple seminars with Attorney Scotty Storey. He makes the effort to learn more than most attorneys, taking advanced courses that give him the edge over most attorneys. Any lawyer that puts in the time, money, and effort to be one of the few attorneys that have completed the NHTSA Student and Instructor course on SFST's, is going to be head an shoulders above the competition."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I referred a friend of mine to two criminal-law attorneys. Without hesitation, the client chose Mr. Storey. I followed up with the client who told me that Mr. Storey was the right choice. He knows what he is doing. He is polite. And he patiently listens and answers his clients' questions. Mr. Storey tirelessly works after hours and on weekends to cater to his clients. And did I mention that nobody is even close to his Yelp reviews? As of 9/18/13, he has 35 reviews with a 5-star rating and the next closest person has 20 reviews—and that lawyer doesn't practice criminal law. Scott has led the pack of lawyers with the most Yelp reviews for over a year. If you read the reviews, you will see why. They all have nothing but nice things to say about him. I'm a lawyer. When I have criminal law questions that affect my clients, I call Mr. Storey."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Storey is an exemplary attorney. I would refer anyone and everyone to him on a regular basis. Despite the fact that I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for over 24 years, I continue to learn from him daily from his Avvo posts. I would recommend that you hire him in an instant."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Scotty is always standing up for his clients in a way that exceeds most attorneys in the community. He can also be seen with a bow tie on many occasions- a look I could never pull off. I highly recommend Scotty."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 17
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I recently was a co- instructor at a NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Class, where Mr. Storey was one of the students. Mr. Storey passed this course with flying colors, his grasp and knowledge on the NHTSA SFST is outstanding. I would have no problem recommending him to a family member or a good friend even prior to the SFST course. Now, its a no brainer. He is an outstanding DUI trial lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I met Scotty in Department 48 of the Santa Clara County Criminal Court in San Jose. He gave me tips on a Finding of Factual Innocence motion that was very helpful. Scotty is well versed in criminal law, patient when explaining complex issues, and an articulate advocate for his clients. I endorse him as an attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 03
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Awesome is the best word I can find to describe Scotty. If you are facing any type of criminal prosecution, from traffic to murder, Scotty is your man. He knows the law, is creative and can manipulate your particular facts for your best benefit. His resources and knowledge overwhelm me. No question, he is my GO TO GUY! If you need the best, call on Scotty to help! And he rides bikes!"
Unknown Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Attorney Storey. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney | Aug 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Storey and I both represented a California Driver with a lead foot and a Georgia speeding ticket. Through Mr. Storey's helpful knowledge of how a Georgia ticket would be applied to California law, we were able to negotiate a result that saved a impending suspension of his California license. Mr. Storey was courteous aand prompt and I would gladly endorse this attorney for traffic or criminal matters in California."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I am writing to endorse Scotty Storey. Let me first start by saying that I don't do this for just anyone, I do it for Attorneys whom I believe to be true fighters against an over bearing system. Scotty is an amazing intellectual warrior and a walking legal encyclopedia! His best asset is that he truly cares for his clients, no matter what the case is. If you are thinking of hiring Mr. Storey, consider yourself lucky if he has the time to take your case."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer.. Mr. Storey worked with me on a very difficult case. He was tireless and very aggressive in the courtroom and showed compassion for his client even though the client was difficult. Very professional and zealous in his representation"
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"If you have been injured anywhere in the greater-Santa Clara area, you would be well-served to sit down and discuss your case with Attorney Storey...there are few better suited to represent you in the area."
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