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Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in Honolulu, HI
Michael Fayard, Criminal Defense Attorney, PLLC is a Honolulu-based criminal defense firm led by attorney Michael Fayard, a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience as both a former prosecutor and defense attorney. Our firm combines deep knowledge of prosecutorial strategies with a client-centered approach to deliver robust defense solutions for individuals facing criminal charges. With a focus on personalized representation, we prioritize protecting clients' rights, minimizing legal consequences, and maintaining professional licenses while ensuring clear communication throughout the process.Our team leverages decades of combined legal expertise to challenge evidence, negotiate dismissals, and secure favorable outcomes in state, federal, and military courts across Hawaii and neighboring islands.
Services
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes
Domestic Violence
Traffic Tickets
Theft Crimes
Sex Crimes
Juvenile Defense
Military Criminal Defense
Federal Crimes
Assault Charges
Highlights and features
- Former prosecutor with insider knowledge of both sides of criminal cases
- Proven track record of getting charges dismissed and reduced
- 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- Personalized defense strategies tailored to each client's needs
- Extensive courtroom experience in state, federal, and military courts
What people say
Saved my life
Highly recommend
No nonsense approach
Ultimate professional
5 star service
Services
DUI Defense
Our firm specializes in defending clients against Hawaii operating under the influence charges. We challenge traffic stops, breathalyzer accuracy, and field sobriety test validity while protecting clients' driving privileges. With former prosecutorial experience, we identify weaknesses in evidence collection and negotiate reduced penalties or dismissals. Our representation includes administrative hearings with ADLRO and military-specific DUI cases.
Drug Crimes
We defend against all levels of drug charges including possession, trafficking, and cultivation. Our team challenges unlawful searches, evidence handling procedures, and lab testing accuracy. We advocate for diversion programs, reduced sentencing, and record clearance while navigating Hawaii's complex drug scheduling system and associated penalties.
Domestic Violence
Our defense includes challenging temporary restraining orders and criminal domestic abuse charges. We address false allegations, self-defense claims, and collateral consequences affecting employment and family matters. We represent clients in both civil and criminal court proceedings while protecting their rights and reputations.
Traffic Ticket Defense
We contest speeding tickets, reckless driving charges, and other traffic offenses. Our approach includes challenging lidar/radar accuracy, officer training, and procedural violations. We aim to prevent license suspensions, insurance rate increases, and criminal records while negotiating optimal outcomes in Honolulu traffic court.
Theft Crimes
We defend against petty theft, grand theft, and burglary charges. Our strategies include challenging ownership claims, proving lack of criminal intent, and negotiating restitution agreements. We address both misdemeanor and felony theft charges while minimizing long-term consequences on employment and professional licensing.
People
Michael Fayard
Criminal Defense Attorney
Former prosecutor with experience in Florida and Maui County, now specializing in criminal defense in Honolulu. Licensed in four states and federal courts, he combines prosecutorial insight with aggressive defense strategies to protect clients' rights and futures.
Questions
What should I do immediately after being charged with a DUI in Hawaii?
Contact Fayard Law immediately for a free consultation. We'll review evidence including field sobriety tests and breathalyzer results while protecting your driving privileges and building a strategic defense.
Can drug possession charges be reduced or dismissed in Hawaii?
Yes - our team challenges evidence collection methods, lab testing procedures, and search warrant validity to potentially reduce or dismiss charges, especially for first-time offenders.
How do you handle domestic violence allegations?
We aggressively challenge temporary restraining orders and criminal charges while protecting your rights, addressing false accusations, and minimizing long-term personal and professional consequences.
What are the penalties for theft crimes in Hawaii?
Penalties range from 30-day jail sentences for petty theft to 20-year prison terms for first-degree theft, depending on value and circumstances. We work to minimize these consequences through dismissal or reduced sentencing.
Do you handle military criminal defense cases?
Yes - as a former Army JAG officer, we specialize in military-specific legal matters including administrative hearings and court-martial defense for service members facing criminal charges.
Are traffic ticket fines mandatory in Honolulu?
Not necessarily - we challenge ticket validity through evidence review and court representation to potentially eliminate fines, license suspensions, and insurance impacts.
