Jason R. Holley

Jason R. Holley is a Sacramento criminal defense lawyer who represents clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in California. His practice includes DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, white-collar crimes, sex offenses, violent crimes, weapons charges, juvenile matters, and restraining orders. He handles cases from investigation and arraignment through motions, negotiation, and trial. His work focuses on examining evidence, challenging prosecution theories, and protecting clients throughout the criminal process.

Holley earned his J.D. from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law with a concentration in Criminal Justice and training in advocacy. He received Dean’s Honors, earned membership in the Roger J. Traynor Honor Society, and founded the Criminal Law Society. He earned his B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude, from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he graduated with distinguished highest honors in his major.

Holley gained criminal defense experience with the Santa Barbara County Public Defender, Placer County Public Defender, and Federal Defender for the Eastern District of California. He served as a judicial law clerk at the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague. His work there involved proceedings addressing genocide and crimes against humanity. His background gives him experience with state, federal, and international criminal matters.

Jason R. Holley has handled criminal cases ranging from DUI allegations to serious felony prosecutions. He has experience with federal sentencing issues, suppression motions, preliminary hearings, expungements, and jury trial preparation. He has been recognized as a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Sacramento by Sacramento Magazine. His professional background combines public defense, federal criminal work, international tribunal experience, and courtroom advocacy for people facing significant criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Offices of Jason R. Holley
• Member, California State Bar

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of the Pacific – McGeorge School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• UC Santa Barbara
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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