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My name is Scott Klippel. I represent passengers who were found with firearms at TSA passenger security checkpoints in the civil proceedings that TSA initiates against them. These proceedings involve the issuance by TSA of a Notice of Violation which seeks to impose a civil monetary penalty. I am not involved in any defense regarding criminal charges which might have been filed against the passenger.
I started TSA NOV Defense shortly after I left the Transportation Security Administration in April, 2013. I was an attorney with TSA from its inception in 2002 and I was in charge of TSA’s Chief Counsel’s Office Notice of Violation Program from July, 2007 until I left TSA. During that time period, on behalf of TSA, I handled over 4,500 NOV cases through the Informal Conference process.
I graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1976. (Hook’em Horns). After law school, I spent 5 years with the Kings County (Brooklyn, NY) District Attorney’s Office; when I left, I was in the Homicide Bureau where I was responsible for trying only murder cases. I was fortunate to be able to return to Austin where I worked for the Texas Prosecutor Council and the Texas Attorney General’s Office. In 1985, I opened my private law office in Austin for the practice of criminal defense. In 2000, I moved to the Washington DC area and worked for the U.S. Department of Justice. Shortly after 9/11 and the creation of the Transportation Security Administration, I joined TSA’s Office of Chief Counsel.
When I retired from TSA, I moved to the Holy Land. Feel free to confirm this at the Texas Bar website - . Click on "Find a Lawyer", enter my name and you will see the Texas Bar has my office listed as in Jerusalem, Israel and that I have been licensed in Texas since 1976.
I would be most happy to provide you, without charge, with an overview of TSA’s Notice of Violation process, so that you can better understand what you or your client is facing and can make an intelligent decision on how you wish to proceed with the NOV that was issued or will be issued.
My flat fee for representing someone is $400 and is payable throught PayPal.
I look forward to talking to you.
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Practice Areas
19 years | 750 cases
19 years | 750 cases
Free Consultation
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State: New York
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
State: Texas
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
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Posted by Jeremy | March 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
Outstanding attorney- Fast, Accurate, and Reliable
I had an issue with bringing a firearm through airport security (completely accidental—classic “forgot to check my bag” mistake), and this attorney was incredible from start to finish. I emailed him while I was still at the airport, and he called me within 30 minutes. He walked me through exactly wh...
Posted by Ron | September 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Scott is very responsive, thorough, and effective - highly recommended!
I contacted Scott Klippel regarding a TSA Notice of Violation (NOV). I had several email correspondences with Scott. I would receive very thorough explanations and recommendations, often within minutes after sending them. From the time we arranged for the fee until closure with the NOV was literal...
Posted by Sabrina | July 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Five-Star Legal Representation – Honest, Skilled, and Highly Effective
I worked with Scott Klippel on a civil penalty matter with the TSA, and I’m incredibly grateful I found him. From the beginning, he was upfront about who he was, where he lived, and even how to verify his law license. That kind of transparency gave me the peace of mind I needed before moving forward—...
Posted by Daniel | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
TSA Case
Scott took all the stress from the situation. He returned my phone call immediately explaing the entire process before it had even begun. Scott's knowledge and confidence helped me rest at ease with the unfortunate situation.
Posted by Anthony C. | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Scott is excellent - trust in Scott! He helped me tremendously.
Scott is very thorough, and explains everything very methodically. He was able to get my fine reduced significantly and quickly! Trust Scott!! he is excellent, professional and very responsive.
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Member
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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