John Ward Holbus

John Ward Holbus

4.3
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1007 7th Street # 210, Sacramento, CA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

17 years | 500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John Ward Holbus

1007 7th Street # 210, Sacramento, CA, 95814

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John Ward Holbus's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

No communication..No investigation effort..no case file

John never discussed details of police report..never investigated the facts i presented to him..never updated me about hearings..never provided case file until ordered by BAR due to filed complaint evidence i provided..no contact whatsoever regarding final hearing and sentencing requirements! Caused ...deadlines to not be met and i have had to shuffle thru all and fix for compliance! He stated in our initial contact that my case would be easy compared to the others he currently had..literally exhibited no interest or effort toward my true defense. Do not waste your confidence and $..this is only a small list of John's disappointing representation facts.

Posted by Shawn | October 07, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Honest and efficient

John was very knowledgable and diligent in going over all the scenarios that could come from my charges. At the time of my arrest the police took several of my firearms into custody. Not only did John get my charges dismissed, but he made sure that my firearms would be returned to me as opposed to be...ing destroyed.

Posted by Ryan | July 17, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Great attorney

I was arrested for a DUI. My blood alcohol was only .01 but they DA refused to dismiss my case because of the (legal) prescription drugs they found in my blood. The trial was a stressful three days, but Mr. Holbus was professional and reassured me the entire time. The jury only deliberated for 30 m...inutes before coming back with a not guilty verdict. I could not recommend John enough to anyone who is looking for an excellent criminal defense attorney.

Posted by Lance | May 30, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Recommended attorney

John gave me an honest and informed evaluation of my DUI case. Then he followed it up with the best possible outcome. I felt very comfortable in trusting him with my case and he backed up that trust. Definitely recommended for any criminal case.

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

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"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Justin Barrell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Holbus is an honest guy that does solid work!"

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

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263459, State Bar of California

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263459, Eastern District of California

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Client's choice 2012, Avvo

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Lead attorney, Sacramento Legal Defense

Associations

Sacramento County Superior Court

Sacramento County Bar Association

United States District Court for the Eastern District of California

Sample of Legal Cases

12Fxxx16

Exposure: 8 years State Prison. Result: 180 days local custody.

13-01-xxxx36

All charges dismissed

13Txxx01

Wet reckless. DUI dismissed. $1000 fine. No jail time

12Fxxxx05

All charges dismissed

09Txxx56

Client acquitted of all charges at trial, complete restoration of driving privileges.

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Education

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Mcgeorge Sol Univ Of The Pacific

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Speaking Engagements

2013

Monetery Trails Highschool

DUI in the classroom

2013

Center Highschool

DUI in the classroom

Publications

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PBS.org Polytics

Languages

Spanish

English

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