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John J. Rice Attorney Profile

I am a Newport News criminal defense lawyer with experience and empathy to guide you through tough times.

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Office Location

707 Mobjack Place
Newport News, Virginia 23606
Phone: (757) 873-8809
Fax: (757) 873-3038

Practice Areas

DWI/DUI Defense Attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving Newport News and Hampton, Virginia

Regardless of the charges you face, you deserve a strong criminal defense. Since 1973, I have aggressively defended clients accused of serious criminal allegations and traffic offenses in Newport News and Hampton, Virginia.

At the law office of John J. Rice, I defend active duty and retired military personnel, as well as college students from Christopher Newport University, Thomas Nelson Community College, Old Dominion University, Hampton University, College of William & Mary, and Norfolk State charged with underage drinking. I also represent tourists charged with traffic violations in Virginia.

Every year, I help hundreds of people throughout Virginia. Put my experience to work for your benefit. Contact my law office today online or call (757) 873-8809 to schedule a free initial consultation.

More Than 37 Years of Criminal Defense Experience

I am a criminal defense attorney with more than 37 years of experience representing clients facing traffic violations and criminal charges, including:

Offering an Aggressive Defense Strategy

I consult forensic experts, lab technicians, and investigative specialists to expose any errors on the prosecution side. Part of my approach includes reviewing police reports and crime scene photographs to uncover any mistakes. In homicide cases, I investigate other suspects ignored by the police and take the time to track down witnesses not called by the prosecution.

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 you deserve to be treated fairly and justly.

Contact My Law Office Today

I am a Newport News and Hampton criminal defense lawyer with experience and empathy to help preserve your constitutional rights. Contact my law office by e-mail or call (757) 873-8809 during business hours or for after-hours emergencies.


John J. Rice, Attorney and Counselor at Law, is located in Newport News, Virginia, and represents clients in James City County, New Kent County, Sussex County, York County, and the communities of Newport News, Norfolk, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Sussex, New Kent, Chesapeake, Poquoson, Emporia, Hampton, and the surrounding Hampton Roads area, the Peninsula, and throughout the Virginia Tidewater region.

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