Practice Areas

Newport News, Virginia, Criminal Defense

At the law office of John J. Rice ,  I work tenaciously to get my clients fair and just treatment in court. Regardless of the charges against you, you deserve a strong defense. I am a Virginia criminal lawyer with common sense, compassion, and concern for your welfare.

I've been representing people charged with crimes and traffic offenses in the Newport News and Hampton Roads areas of Virginia since 1973. I represent active duty and retired military personnel, as well as college students from Christopher Newport University, Thomas Nelson CC, Hampton University, College of William & Mary, and Norfolk State, and their families. I also represent out-of-town tourists charged with traffic violations in Virginia.

Every year I help hundreds of people facing criminal charges or possible loss of their drivers license due to a drunk driving or traffic offense. To put my experience to use on your case, contact me through this Website or call my office at (757) 873-8809.

I handle the following types of criminal charges and traffic offenses:

You can count on me to conduct a thorough investigation of the circumstances of your arrest and the charges against you. I will energetically defend your rights because I believe that you deserve to be treated fairly and justly. I am a Virginia criminal lawyer with common sense, compassion, and concern for your welfare.

Contact my criminal defense law office during business hours or after-hours for emergencies.