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Fairfax County Criminal Defense Lawyer — Jon Katz

Jonathan Katz practices criminal defense from his office at 10509 Judicial Drive in Fairfax — across the street from the Fairfax County courthouses where his clients' cases are heard. For anyone arrested or facing prosecution anywhere in Fairfax County, that proximity translates into something more valuable than convenience and free parking at Jon’s office: Decades of appearances in front of the same judges, across the table from the same prosecutors, and inside the same courtrooms where the case will be decided.

Jon Katz approaches each client’s case with full readiness for trial and courtroom combat, never assuming a case will settle, but ready with skilled and persuasive negotiation action. Full trial readiness is the foundation of everything Jon does — from the first review of discovery through motions, hearings, and any trial before a jury or judge. That readiness is what has Jon proceeding without sweat and with negotiation leverage. Jon fights tirelessly and intelligently for his clients at every turn, defending not only your liberty but also your reputation, livelihood, and professional status.

Local knowledge matters in Fairfax County. The practices and procedures of the Fairfax County General District Court, Circuit Court, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court each carry their own rhythms, and Jon's deep familiarity with all three gives his clients a leg up in their defense.

Jon Katz Virginia Criminal Defense Lawyer

Jon Katz - Virginia Criminal Lawyer

Delivering Great Fairfax County DUI / DWI Defense

Virginia DUI law can be merciless, and Fairfax County prosecutors are not pushovers with settlement negotiations. The stakes are real: a DUI conviction can upend your driving privileges, impose substantial fines and possible jail time, drive up car insurance costs, trigger a security clearance review, complicate professional licensing, and wreak long-term harm to the defendant's personal and professional life. These adverse consequences can haunt you.

This is where Jon Katz goes to work. As a Fairfax County DUI lawyer, Jon mines the evidence and law to deflate the prosecution, turn circumstances to his client's favor, and successfully persuade at every turn. A multitude of defensive attacks are often necessary in pursuing your best defense, and Jon tirelessly pursues reasonable doubt and attacks police stops, field testing, Constitutional infirmities, arrests, breath and blood testing, and the entire prosecution against you.

Jon's DUI credentials are deep. Over half of his law practice is DUI defense. He is a member of the essential National College for DUI Defense and was trained by one of the nation's top police instructors in field sobriety testing. He has dealt with defense forensic experts in over 150 cases. Every DUI case he handles draws on his extensive trial ability, knowledge of the essential science and law, and persuasive skills. Jon Katz knows the traps and assumptions built into these prosecutions, and he knows how to dismantle them. If plea negotiations are not to your liking, Jon doesn't hesitate to take your DUI case to trial and fight for an acquittal.

Fairfax County Drug Defense

Drug prosecutions need to be fought tooth and nail. A Fairfax County drug charge can reach far beyond the courtroom, threatening your freedom, your career, your security clearance, and your immigration status. The quality, ability, know-how, experience, and devotion of your Virginia drug defense lawyer can make a major difference to your defense.

Jon Katz defends Fairfax County drug clients across the full range of possession, distribution, trafficking, and manufacturing allegations. His defense work includes challenging searches and seizures, attacking undercover operations and informants, scrutinizing government chemist work and testimony, addressing innocent reasons for being near alleged contraband, and attacking dragnet arrests.

A prosecution's case may look daunting on paper. However, weaknesses in the prosecution's case, Constitutional violations, and reasonable doubt can only be pursued with tireless preparation, dismantling the prosecution's efforts, and keeping eyes on the prize of victory. Jon brings that drive and ability to every drug defense client's campaign for favorable court results.

Fairfax County Assault Defense

Assault and other violent crime allegations in Fairfax County often arrive with the police and prosecution already locked into a one-sided narrative. They too often rush to judgment. Sometimes those rash conclusions can be turned around — but only with full trial readiness, challenging the accuracy of the allegations and pursuing every essential defense available to upend a possible assault conviction.

As a Fairfax County assault lawyer, Jon fights tirelessly and fearlessly on three fronts: presenting a persuasive counter-story, attacking the prosecutor's case and their witnesses’ testimony, and persuasively presenting his clients' defense to judges and jurors. The goal is the best avenues to acquittal.

Fairfax County Firearms & Weapons Defense

Virginia imposes serious penalties for weapons offenses. Jon is a strong advocate for Second Amendment rights to possess and use firearms and other weapons. He has experience firing numerous semiautomatic rifles and handguns, and he brings that firsthand familiarity to bear when pursuing his clients' best defense.

When a client is charged with a firearm offense in Fairfax County, Jon challenges the search and seizure of any weapon found on or near a defendant, contests knowing possession where the facts support it, and pursues every lawful possession defense available under Virginia law. Jon is particularly well-suited for persuasively presenting your defense to judges and jurors.

Ready to Beat the Prosecution in Fairfax County

Whether you're facing an alleged DUI offense, drug charge, violent crime allegation, or other felony or misdemeanor prosecution in Fairfax County, Jon Katz is ready to help you take control of your defense. With a reputation for powerfully persuasive defense and tireless preparation, Jon puts your rights and your future first.

Call 703-383-1100, info@BeatTheProsecution.com, or (text) 571-406-7268 to schedule a free in-person consultation for court-pending prosecution with criminal defense lawyer Jon Katz. He will explain your options, answer your questions, and start building a strategic defense from the moment you meet.

Defending in Fairfax County and nearby communities, including:

Bailey's Crossroads
Culmore
Fairfax City
Fort Belvoir
Herndon
Lorton
Springfield
Tysons

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"thorough " would be my word in describing attorney Jon Katz....never misses a beat every step of the case. Starting with the arrest and miranda rights, Jon examines every aspect of the case. Especially important in d.u.i. cases is the breath results which Jon examines in detail finding any procedural flaws that might happen. Jon engages the prosecution like a samurai warrior in that he can absorb their attacks, and yet offer brilliant strategies in a calm manner. His years in court offer a perspective about the judge, jury and prosecution that are of priceless importance when mounting a defense. His daily blog on facebook is a great way to experience real life court . I would highly recommend this attorney for all legal matters.

J. I.

Jon is Great at what he does. A true Professional that really cares about his clients. I would recommend Jon without hesitation...Thanks again Mr.Katz for all you do!.

Jon was able to negotiate a settlement with the prosecutor that was initially a plea to a lesser charge; then a dismissal of that charge, without admission of guilt, and without conviction . He also negotiated several thousand dollars in fines, down to only paying a one hundred dollar court cost. This result was quite a lot more than I had thought possible. Jon had settled a case that potentially would lead to serious jail sentence - down to essentially no serious penalty at all. This is what Jon did: 1. Over multiple weekly phone conversations, he interviewed me about all relevant factors of the case. 2. He aggressively sought and obtained - thru "discovery", and "Brady" -- multiple bodycams from arresting officers. He spent about 12 hours reviewing these videos carefully. He used the term "inside the four square corners". This was a term that reflects a careful search for precisely what was used by police to obtain consent to search, and all aspects of the arrest - and if the provided video evidence supported or challenged - the eventual charges. He carefully looked for any details from the scene, or from dialogue, that were exculpatory. 3. He assigned me multiple tasks, beginning on day one - that forced me to focus on the charges, weigh my culpability, and make strong behavioral changes that may possibly indicate to prosecution that I recognize the problems I have created, and am taking direct actions to counter the damage I have done- and obviate future injury or harm. This was additionally helpful because it provided me with a sense of some control over my situation. 4. He spoke to me on numerous occasions, by phone, to give a detailed plan for my defense. He informed me in a firm but also supportive way - seeking my consent - and he was realistic - but also allowed some hope and dignity for the position I was in. 5. He did an extensive literature and case review to find any prior cases that could act as precedent in my case. He was able to find a recent, high profile case, that was settled in a Virginia Court. Its main elements were similar to mine. Jon obtained the transcript of the cross-examination in that case. When Jon had reviewed those elements, he was then able to hire an expert witness who could address the discovered vulnerabilities. 6. Jon showed an extensive knowledge of case law. He also showed expertise in the plea negotiation process. 7. The day of trial, Jon was able to show the prosecutor, and the judge, that he was prepared to offer a methodically laid out defense, with recent precedent, and expert testimony. Also, he was able to present me in a context a little broader that just a person attached to these charges. He showed this event in a broader sense of my life, and convinced the judge that I had taken steps to correct my problems, and that I had been of service to society for many decades. He presented what I believe to be an accurate and FAIR assessment of my situation. I can look back over the past several months since I hired Jon. It started as a google search for "Best Virginia Lawyer". The first search results, at the top of the page- I knew these were paid advertisements. I generally skip these ads, trying to find the most accurate reviews. But - and I am happy I did - I also reminded myself that these ads are PAID FOR and whoever is paying for the ads likely IS SUCCESSFUL , so I gave Jon a shot. He has a long record of success - and I am happy I made that choice.

Anon.

I Am very happy that I found Jon Katz he helped me in my case with his experience from the beginning to the end always working very hard, professional and studying every detail to get the best possible defense in my case, very confident and enthusiastic.

Jon is an absolute master of his craft with a passion to defend his clients! I was unjustly charged with drunk in public at a national airport for wearing a world cup jersey and "smelling of alcohol." My airline refused my boarding and called the police and without any questioning, I was arrested perfectly sober. Jon fought for me in court and took my drunk in public case all the way to trial where he hammered the arresting offer for not offering me any sort of intoxication test and for not displaying any drunk in public attributes. It is unheard of to be found not guilt of a drunk in public, yet Jon knew my innocence and knew I was unjustly arrested. Jon is such a kind man and takes his cases very personally. No matter how small or large your case, Jon will get you the results you need and I highly recommend him for his unbelievable experience and for being a master of his craft. There is no lawyer like Jon and you can count on him to keep you informed and comfortable throughout the entire process. Jon is the man and I can't thank him enough for having my found not guilty under a jury trial and beating the unjust system!

Anon.

I was charged with soliciting a prostitute and frequenting a bawdy place. The end result was dismissal of the first charge and a reduction to a disorderly conduct for the second charge with a steep fine. Jon Katz was my lawyer for five months to which he assigned me "homework" and tasks to help mitigate possible risks and show the court my good faith when the time came. It was a lot of work but has absolutely paid off. I have no regrets as to selecting Jon. He has an outstanding reputation as a fierce civil rights lawyer. He is direct and to the point with no sugar coating. No doubt I would recommend him to anyone. In fact, I would recommend going to his website and review the lessons learned videos in preparation for any possible arrest specifically about keeping your mouth shut! During court day, Jon "worked" all the players. He thrived in this environment clearly navigating and strategizing the best outcome for me. I really don't think anyone could have done better in this situation. Jon exceeded my expectations and in this area, your lawyer is your best friend which Jon was!

Anon.