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With over 25 years of experience fighting for my clients in jury trials, litigating motions to dismiss, negotiating favorable resolutions, and seeking post-conviction relief—including setting aside convictions based on failures to advise about immigration consequences—I am an experienced and highly knowledgeable Criminal Defense and DUI attorney serving the greater Sacramento area.
My training and education include qualification to administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) and a certificate in Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), both directly related to driving-under-the-influence cases. These courses were developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the same training programs completed by law enforcement officers.
I have represented many clients with professional licenses, commercial driver’s licenses, and immigration concerns, and I take an individualized approach to achieve the best possible outcome—whether that means dismissal or minimizing consequences. I also handle the sealing of arrest records in appropriate cases and setting aside convictions after probation is completed.
I offer reasonable rates and am fully prepared to litigate when necessary. Most importantly, I work diligently to meet my clients’ goals—and, when possible, to exceed them based on the facts and evidence of each case.
In my spare time, I am involved in various community-based social justice and human rights efforts, as I believe we all share a responsibility to support and uplift others.
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2530 J Street, Suite 320, Sacramento, CA, 95816
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Posted by S. | July 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The very best
I was referred to Mr. Kaizuka by a family member's attorney. Mr Kaizuka is a truly brilliant and talented lawyer. This was apparent to me from the moment I met Mr. Kaizuka in his office. Mr. Kaizuka has a great brain, and a good heart. Mr. Kaizuka treated me like a member of his own family, working d...
Posted by Marilyn | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Attorney!!
After a terrible experience with the first attorney we hired, we were nervous about what the next attorney would be like. We hired Josh and it was by far the BEST decision ever made! He was completely honest from the beginning and professional. He told us what needed to be done and walked us through ...
Posted by Carter | June 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
if you need help, hire Josh
Josh really helped out a lot with my case. He talks with you step-by-step and keeps you in the loop from start to finish. He'll help guide you on the right path and help out with all necessary things you'll need that will follow your conviction. I will definitely send friends/family members his way ...
Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Life Saver
I got into a bit of trouble while attending college in the area and didn't know where to turn to. I'm not from northern California so I checked out every lawyer in the area. I met with around 4 or 5 different lawyers when I finally met Josh and was blown away. I didn't even need to check out the othe...
Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Reduced Wet & Reckless with prior DUI charges
After first conversation I had with Mr. Kaizuka about my case I knew I was going to hire him. Not because he tried to sell me but for reasons of honesty about my case, being informative about rules/regulations in regard to my arrest and judicial system, and extreme professionalism. I had two prio...
"I endorse Josh. He is a consummate professional and has the knowledge and experience to handle criminal cases. I recommend him without any reservation."
"Josh is an excellent attorney and valuable member of the Sacramento Legal Community. I refer all of my criminal cases over to him and know the individuals I refer will get the very best legal representation."
"Mr. Kaizuka is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced attorney. He is a great role model to young attorneys and dedicated to giving back to younger generations."
"I have known Josh for many years, I have worked with him and I have seen him appearing in court. I recommend him to anyone who needs a skilled, tenacious and thoughtful criminal defense or DUI attorney."
"When you, or a loved one, find yourself in need of a DUI/criminal defense attorney it is important to retain an experienced, knowledgeable and competent lawyer. Mr. Kaizuka is well respected in the legal community for those reasons."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"Mr. Kaizuka exhibits attention to detail, and communication skills that benefit his clients. He is a credit to our profession and I endorse him."
"I endorse attorney Joshua Kaizuka. Dedicated to his clients with a track record of success. Has earned respect from his clients and peers."
"Excellent lawyer. Happy to endorse him. He is well respected in the legal community of greater Sacramento and is on the Board of Directors of the Sacramento County bar Association."
"Mr. Kaizuka is a fixture in the legal community in the Northern California. He is very a strong advocate for his clients."
"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."
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Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) Training, La Pier & Associates
2013
Qualified to Administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, La Pier & Associates
2004
Honoree, Asian/Pacific American Law Student Association, McGeorge School of Law
2003
Senate Resolution for Public Service, State of California Senate
2003
County Team Award 2003, Yolo County
2000
Membership for Acedemic Excellence, The Traynor Society, UOP McGeorge School of Law
2000
Membership for Excellence in Advocacy, The Order of Barristers, UOP McGeorge School of Law
1999
Certificate of Appreciation, Middle Eastern Cultural Association, California State University Sacramento
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Joshua Kaizuka
2012 - 2013
Professor, Lorenzo Patino School Of Law
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Private Criminal Defense Firm
2007 - 2009
Associate, Law Office of Mark Merin
2001 - 2007
Deputy Public Defender, Yolo County Public Defender's Office
2000 - 2001
Legal Intern, Yolo County Public Defender's Office
2016 - Present
Florin JACLCo-President
2014 - Present
Florin JACLCivil Rights Co-Chair
2014 - Present
Florin Japanese American Citizens League (JACL)Member
2007 - Present
National Asian Pacific American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2007 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2005 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
2001 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2015 - 2020
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2014 - 2014
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoPresident
2014 - 2014
Sacramento County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2014 - 2017
Asian American Criminal Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - 2013
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoPresident-Elect
2012 - 2013
Sacramento County Bar AssociationChair, Court Issues Committee
2012 - 2022
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2020
Asian Pacific Bar Association of Sacramento Law FoundationBoard Member
2009 - 2014
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoChair, Advocacy and Issues Committee
2009 - 2022
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoAdvocacy and Issues Committee
2009 - 2016
Asian Pacific Bar Association of SacramentoBoard Member
2008 - 2009
Sacramento County Bar Association, Constitutional Law and Civil Rights SectionChair
2007 - 2024
United States District Court for the Eastern District of California1983 Pro Bono Panel
The Committee's motion to admit the applicant to the State Bar was granted.
The court reversed the trial court's order as to the injunction's controlled substances and alcohol restrictions, but affirmed the order in all other respects.
Trial Court Reversed
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
undergraduate
2015
Basic Criminal Process
2014
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2013
Mental Health and Criminal Law
2012
Criminal Defense Strategies for Defending Occupy Protesters
2007
Being a Public Defender and Legal Job Opportunities
2007
Juvenile Law
2005
Intern Field Placement Training Program
2013
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