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Attorney Kenneth M. Hallum is a criminal defense lawyer, admitted to the California State Bar Association in 2004. As a private defense attorney, he has also served as a conflict public defender, and court appointed criminal defense attorney.
In 2021, Ken introduced bankruptcy representation in response to the needs of so many from the disastrous economic climate brought about by the pandemic and COVID-19.
Working with Ken greatly increases your chances of winning your Santa Barbara traffic ticket case, receiving no fine, no points, suspension or insurance penalties, and offers representation for all traffic violations.
Areas of Practice
Traffic Law
DUI
Bankruptcy
SPEEDING TICKETS
DMV Hearings
Ken relies on his experience as a 22 year veteran of the police force and his service on a DUI enforcement unit to create a unique understanding of both sides of the law. Admitted to the California State Bar Association in 2004, he soon opened his law practice and settled into Santa Barbara.
Ken has two young sons, Carter and Tanner and is an active member of the Santa Barbara youth sports community. Ken’s law practice focuses on all aspects of traffic law and DUI, from underage DUI and field sobriety tests to major DUI infractions.
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
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Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
The Ticket Whisperer
I was the unlucky recipient of the "Exhibition of Speed" infraction. This violation can put 2 points on your driving record. Not about that life with a 2019 Challenger R/T. So I looked for the best attorney for this situation and found him in Mr. Hallum. Not Guilty! If you want the best, your search...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 13, 2022Thank you for your kind words. I'm thrilled to hear that I was able to help you with the Exhibition of Speed infraction and you were found not guilty! It is always encouraging when I can provide a win for my clients. If there's anything else we can do for you or any of our future clients, please don't hesitate to reach out. Here's the number to call 805-892-6976. If you're feeling in the mood, it'd be great if you could share this to our Facebook reviews https://www.facebook.com/SantaBarbaraLawyers/reviews
Posted by Amrish | November 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
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Had 2 over-speeding related cases. Ken help me get one case dismissed while for the other one I had to just do the traffic school. For the entire time, ken updated me regularly and answered all my questions very promptly.
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 14, 2022Thanks for this 5-star review, Amrish. Exhibition of speed is a common traffic infraction that can lead to your license getting suspended. I'm glad that you trusted Hallum Law for your representation and that the result was most most favorable for you. If you or anyone you know happen to receive a speeding ticket, hiring the right traffic attorney gives you the best chance of getting your traffic fine reduced or dismissed. Be informed and know your options. Call 805-892-6976 free a consultation. If you're feeling in the mood, it'd be great if you could share this to our Google reviews https://bit.ly/3p8yKBO
Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Got me off on a speeding ticket.
If you want a lawyer that knows his stuff and takes care of all the logistics so you don’t have to, Ken is your guy! Well worth my money. I wish I had called him sooner for my other tickets.
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 14, 2022Thank you for your review and I'm glad to hear that my knowledge and experience helped in getting your speeding ticket dismissed. I rely on my experience as a 22 year veteran of the police force to create a unique understanding of both sides of the law. You were such a great client to work with, and I am glad that the results were most favorable for you. If you ever have any friends that need help with Santa Barbara traffic law questions, please tell them about us. Call 805-892-6976. By the way, I'd love it if you will copy your review over to my Yelp Profile: https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Posted by Brandon | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
An absolutely excellent attorney!
If you are looking for a traffic lawyer to represent you in court in the Santa Barbara county, this is your guy! I received quite a hefty speeding ticket and I was totally a lost as to what to do and fearful of the consequences. Mr. Hallum was very reassuring, from talking on the phone, of what s...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 14, 2022Thank you for the five star review Brandon, I'm so happy to hear that I was able to help you with your speeding ticket! If you ever have questions about traffic, or need a traffic attorney, you know who to call! I am just a phone call away at 805-892-6976 Thanks again, and hope you're doing well. And if you're feeling in the mood, sharing this to Yelp reviews would be much appreciated https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Helpful for SB speeding ticket
Ken was very straightforward in his approach for dealing with my speeding ticket. He has close ties with the local judge and understands the process to best handle tickets in his area. The process took almost 6 months, but he represented me in fighting my ticket and we got lucky in getting it dismiss...
Kenneth Hallum
Replied last March 15, 2022Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate the time you took to review my Santa Barbara traffic law practice. Glad I was able to resolve your traffic ticket case. If, in the future, you or someone you know would have trouble on California’s roadways and need to find a lawyer, we are a Santa Barbara traffic attorney who can help. Give us a call with your traffic law questions- 805-892-6976. By the way, I'd love it if you will copy your review over to my Yelp Profile: https://yelp.com/biz/kenneth-m-hallum-santa-barbara
Kenneth Marlon Hallum's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer as a knowledgeable attorney and one to give practical advice."
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"I have worked opposite Ken several times, and have found him to be highly ethical and focused on obtaining a good result for his client without increasing litigation costs - a rarity."
"Ken was fantastic in handling a case for me in Ventura. Moreover, he has a great personality and bends over backwards when dealing with fellow colleagues. He definitely knows his stuff!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ken was the first attorney I did any legal work with. He is very knowledgeable about the criminal side of the law and I'm sure his years in law enforcement and working for the courts helped before he became an attorney! Ken is direct and honest, he won't mislead a client. He's thorough and completely competent when it comes to DUIs or any other criminal type issue."
"Having discussed and strategized cases with Ken Hallum in past - I can attest that he knows the law, knows the ropes, and fights hard for his clients (in court and at DMV). With great success, he is committed to protecting his client's rights as though they were his own."
Robert Hamilton
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Kenneth M. Hallum
Associations
2009 - Present
California DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationRegular Member
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2009 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersRegular
2006 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationPrivate Defense Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
Peo v. K.K.
Dismissed
Peo v. F.B.
Not Guilty
Education
2000
University of Northern California - Lorenzo Patino School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2021
dui805.com
10 Things They Don't Tell You About Your DUI
Languages
English
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How long for DMV to remove point again after traffic court extended deadline after and traffic school successfully completed?
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