Darrell J.K. Wong

Darrell J.K. Wong

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 39 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kailua, HI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

P.O. Box 430, dwonglegalservices.com, Kailua, HI

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Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Includes all Felonies including Homicide, Robbery, Burglary, Assault, Theft, Criminal Property Damage, Terroristic Threatening, Sex Assault, White Collar. Pre-arrest and Post Conviction matters. Parole Hearing Representation.

40 years

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

Excessive Speeding can leave you with a criminal record punishable not only with a hefty fine, but with an obligation of community service and/or some jail time. Having an attorney work for you is essential.

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

Family Court Abuse of Household Members. TRO initiation and Defense.

20%
Expungement 5%

Expungement of records through Criminal Justice Data Information Center as well as Court ordered data elimination from Judiciary Information Management Systems (JIMS)

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 39 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 33 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Darrell J.K. Wong

P.O. Box 430, dwonglegalservices.com, Kailua, HI, 96734

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Darrell J.K. Wong's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Lawyer Who Truly Cares, Communicates Well, and Gets Results

I had the pleasure of working with Attorney Darrell Wong on a recent traffic case, and I can say without hesitation that he exceeded all my expectations. Out of all the lawyers I initially contacted, he was the only one who answered my call immediately. That first impression meant a lot—it showed he ...was accessible, responsive, and genuinely interested in helping. From our first conversation, Darrell calmly and thoroughly explained the legal process and how he planned to handle my case. He communicated with clarity and patience, which helped ease a lot of the stress I was feeling. Even when he wasn’t immediately available, he consistently followed up and made sure I was never left in the dark. What really stood out was his background as a former prosecutor. He clearly knows how to navigate the legal system from the inside out, which gave me confidence that my case was in capable hands. He treated my case with urgency and made it a top priority from day one. Darrell is honest, polite, and sincere. He doesn’t sugarcoat things, and you always know where you stand. He’s also reasonable and fair—not just in how he handles the case, but in how he treats you as a person. I felt completely comfortable working with him and appreciated his straightforward, genuine approach. If you’re looking for a lawyer who truly cares, communicates well, and gets results, I highly recommend Darrell Wong.

Posted by Samuel | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very honest, has decades of experienced, and great at his job.

Mr. Darrell J.K. Wong represented me on the Big Island of Hawaii. Though he is based out of Oahu he was willingly to work with me. He set real honest expectations and was highly successful. He was a straight shooter. His fee's are reasonable and he stuck to his agreements. In my case he was able ...to get the main charge dismissed and negotiated with prosecutor for a small fine. He worked as a Prosecutor previously for many years in the past, this experience is invaluable. I believe he knows what to and what not to ask for and knows how the legal system works, and navigates it skillfully. I appreciated his communication. He kept in touch with me throughout the process and therefore made it very easy. He exceeded his expectations, and my expectations and he is a man of his word. I found a greater appreciation for hiring an attorney after this experience. Also, he is a nice person and he treated me with respect and dignity. Reaching out and hiring him was the best decision I could've made regarding this issue. I would easily recommend him.

Posted by Lucy | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional & Compasionate

Darrell Wong is an extremely professional. His knowledge of the court system and the laws are unbeatable. After our first meeting and my explanation of the events with my case. He reviewed all the details and then planned the best form of defense. He then explained everything in detail with languag...e easily understood and walked me through the courtroom process so I would be prepared. On the day of my trial, he met me early to make sure I was ready. Upon arrival at the courthouse, he took care of all the details and made me feel calm. During the trial, his expertise showed with the distinctive questions and the firm points and details. I fully believe besides the fact that I was innocent, Darrell Wong's expertise and demure in front of the judge allowed for a favorable verdict. I would recommend Darrell Wong's services to anyone that needs legal representation.

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Sole Practitioner Attorney, Darrell J.K. Wong, Attorney At law, LLLC

1985 - 2015

Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Honolulu Prosecutor's Office

Associations

1993 - Present

Colorado State Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

HAWAII STATE BAR ASSOCIATION

MEMBER

Sample of Legal Cases

Kalihi Boarding Home Arson/Murder

guilty

Murder of homosexual visiting UH Professor

guilty

Kaneohe Bay Murder trial

guity verdicts

Bishop Estate Trustee charged with Lanikai car chase

plea agreement reached

Tourist killed in one-punch case

guilty

Hula Teacher sex assault case

pled guilty

Federal Marshal charged with sex assault

acquittal

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Education

1985

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Brigham Young University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Honolulu Prosecutor's Office

Effective Trial Preparation from Beginning to End / Opening and Closing Statements

2012

Hawaii State Training for Prosecutors

Effective Use of Cross Examination

2011

HICAC Presentation

Use of Social Media for Bullying and Child Predator Activities against Children and Young Adults

2010

HICAC presentation

Hawaii Internet Crimes Against Children and the use of Social Media and the Internet Child Sex Assault crimes

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