- Criminal DefenseWhen it comes to criminal defense cases, it pays to have a lawyer who has a strong background in handling matters inside and outside the court. Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law has extensive specialized training and experience in the criminal law field.
- DUI/DWIPenalties for DUI/OVUII in Hawaii can be harsh. When you have been arrested for drinking and driving, it is important to hire a lawyer who knows Hawaii drunk driving law.When you visit the welcoming downtown Honolulu office of Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law, he will talk with you about how Hawaii drunk driving laws apply to your situation. Rustam will zealously represent you in administrative license revocation hearings and fight criminal fines and suspensions. He will recommend the best course of action for you, taking charge of your case and making sure that everything is done right to get a favorable outcome for you.
- Traffic ViolationsReckless driving and inattentive driving are kind of catch-all offenses. Many driving behaviors may lead to a law enforcement officer issuing a ticket. Something as simple as drifting from your lane while changing a radio station could result in a citation for inattentive driving, because the officer thought you were not paying complete attention to the road when you were behind the wheel.Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law, has helped many individuals with reckless or inattentive driving citations. Rustam has over 25 years of experience protecting the rights of those who have received traffic & speeding tickets or been charged with crimes. He knows how to help you fight the charges you are facing and will explore all options to help you protect your rights.
- FraudAttorney Barbee attended the University of Wisconsin law school and obtained his Juris Doctorate degree in 1984. From 1984 to 1989 Attorney Barbee was a prosecuting attorney for the Wisconsin Attorney General’s office, specializing in white collar offenses such as securities fraud, Medicaid fraud, embezzlement, and racketeering. Attorney Barbee also handled violent crime offenses including murder cases.
- White Collar CrimesRustam will work closely with you every step of the way to plan a course of action that you are comfortable with and with the final goal of successfully fighting the charges. As a result of his years of experience as a prosecutor, attorney Barbee knows what arguments and strategies prosecutors use to convict defendants.He uses this insight to prepare effective defense strategies in white collar crime cases involving...
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsIf you have been stopped for excessive speeding on Oahu’s H-1, H-2, or H-3, take a moment to consider your legal options. If you decide to plead no contest or guilty to your Hawaii speeding ticket, you will be convicted of a petty misdemeanor, which is a criminal offense in Hawaii. Mandatory penalties for conviction include a prompt suspension of license, potentially many hours of community service, jail, and driver improvement, classes. You do have rights, and do NOT have to plead guilty or pay the fine. In addition to that, your insurance rates will go up and you will have a criminal conviction on your driving record for Hawaii excessive speeding.
- EmbezzlementFor more than five years, he was a prosecuting attorney for the Wisconsin attorney general’s office. He handled white-collar offenses such as security and Medicaid fraud as well as embezzlement and racketeering. Rustam has also dealt with violent crime offenses including murder.
- Drug CrimesIt is important to hire a lawyer who knows the law. Rustam Barbee knows how to build a strong defense against drug charges and he does significant work challenging sentencing guidelines. He fights hard for you, challenging illegal searches and seizures, and arguing aggressively for you in court. He has years of experience both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney, and will advocate zealously for you.
- MurderFor more than eight years, Rustam served as an assistant federal public defender for the districts of Hawaii and Guam. During this time, he handled a wide variety of defense case involving DUIs and other traffic matters. He also provided legal representation for drug, conspiracy, murder, and white-collar cases.
- Identity TheftPenalties for white collar crimes are severe and long-lasting. If you are convicted of credit card fraud, identity theft or another white collar crime, you could lose your financial assets, your home and your job. You may serve time in prison. You need an attorney who cares about his clients and their futures.At the Honolulu law office of Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law, you will receive quality legal advice from an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer. Rustam will sit down with you to discuss your situation. He will explain in clear terms what your legal options are and work with you to plan a course of action that best fits your needs. His goal is a successful outcome for you.
- HomicideDrug trafficking or possession of drugs, homicide, murder, white collar crimes including fraud and embezzlement, firearms cases, conspiracy, and racketeering
- Money LaunderingDrug charges, even those involving only drug residue in a pipe, can be prosecuted as felonies in Hawaii. Sometimes there are mandatory minimum sentences and three-strikes laws in federal court. Federal court charges can involve conspiracies and can be prosecuted under racketeering statutes. Drug-related charges for money laundering and for property forfeiture are sometimes present.
- Hit and RunAside from these, he offers legal advice and represents individuals who have received traffic tickets in Hawaii, including excessive speeding, hit and run, racing or reckless driving; (DUI/OUVII); If you have been charged for driving under the influence (DUI) or operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII), Rustam will give you the legal services you require.
- Auto Accidents