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Stephen Wesley Hayne is an esteemed attorney based in Bellevue, Washington, specializing in DUI and DWI defense. With over 30 years of experience in criminal law, he has dedicated the last two decades exclusively to defending clients against DUI and serious traffic offenses. Mr. Hayne is renowned for his personal attention and sincere compassion, providing exceptional legal representation to those facing the daunting consequences of DUI charges. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field, Mr. Hayne received the prestigious William O. Douglas Award from the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in 2003, honoring his extraordinary courage and dedication to criminal law. He has been consistently named one of "Seattle's Best Lawyers" by Seattle Magazine and recognized as one of the state's "Ten Best Trial Lawyers" by the Washington Law Journal. As a "Super Lawyer" since the inception of the designation by Washington Law & Politics, his reputation for excellence is well-established. Mr. Hayne has served as lead counsel in several significant cases, including State v. Straka and Seattle v. Box. His leadership extends beyond the courtroom; he is a past President of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has chaired various criminal law sections within prominent legal organizations. A passionate educator, he has taught trial practice at the University of Washington and Seattle University Schools of Law and has been a featured speaker at over 80 Continuing Legal Education programs across the U.S. and Canada. As a founding member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Stephen Hayne continues to be a vital force in the legal community, advocating for justice and the rights of individuals facing criminal charges.

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