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Criminal Defense Attorney since 2004
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Pennsylvania
Criminal Defense Attorney
State College criminal defense attorney Jason Dunkle has been helping people facing criminal charges since 2004.
Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney in State College, Pennsylvania
When hiring a criminal defense attorney, experience and skill matter. You can often gauge the effectiveness of an attorney by considering factors like the years of experience, professional accolades and awards, client reviews, and recommendations from peers. With those criteria in mind, Attorney Jason S. Dunkle has been defending individuals charged with criminal offenses in State College and surrounding areas since 2004. He is not a “jack of all trades” lawyer but instead focuses his practice to criminal defense in a few counties.
Attorney Dunkle is recognized statewide for his legal skill and client advocacy. He is the only State College attorney that has been nominated as a Super Lawyer or Rising Star every year since 2011, and he has achieved a perfect 10.0 “Superb” rating on the attorney review website Avvo. Attorney Dunkle’s legal acumen is also recognized by fellow attorneys. What do former clients think of Attorney Dunkle? Check out the Google reviews here. Attorney Dunkle has a proven track record of success. Attorney Dunkle is trusted by clients and colleagues alike to handle serious legal matters with care, knowledge, and professionalism.
Criminal Defense for Felony, Misdemeanor, & Summary Offenses
Attorney Dunkle has extensive experience in handling almost every type of criminal case, from severe felonies like Aggravated Assault, Rape and Sexual Assault, and Drug Delivery, to mid-level misdemeanors like DUI, Furnishing Alcohol to Minors, and Drug Possession, to relatively low level offenses like Underage Drinking and Public Drunkenness, Retail Theft, and Fake ID. Client reviews evidence that Attorney Dunkle has successfully represented many people over the years, and you can also read many of his successful case outcomes.
Attorney Dunkle carefully evaluates every case to:
– Identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence
– Explore dismissal or reduction options
– Minimize the long-term impact of the charges on your life
He has extensive experience representing Penn State students in both the criminal and university disciplinary processes.
Why Choose JD Law?
✅ Personalized Legal Representation
At JD Law, you work directly with Attorney Jason Dunkle—not a junior associate or assistant. You will receive responsive communication, strategic counsel, and one-on-one attention throughout your case.
✅ Focused Exclusively on Criminal Defense
Attorney Dunkle has dedicated his career solely to criminal defense, giving him deep insight into Pennsylvania criminal law, local court procedures, and defense strategies that work.
✅ Proven Results and Client Satisfaction
Clients regularly refer friends and family to JD Law because of the firm’s honest advice, straightforward communication, and record of success.
Free Consultation With a Criminal Defense Lawyer in State College
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming. You deserve an attorney who will fight for your rights and help you make informed decisions at every step.
For a free case review, contact JD Law by email or leave a message at (814) 689-9139. Email is the preferred method of communication, as phone calls are directed to voicemail due to the high volume of spam and unsolicited calls.
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what our clients say.
"Mr Dunkle helped my son have the best outcome possible in light of the serious charges facing him at such a young age. You could say that Mr Dunkle saved my son’s college career, professional career and life."
"Jason was highly recommended and he managed to exceed our high expectations. He got the charge dismissed and record expunged."
"Mr. Dunkle came highly recommended and was most certainly the right choice. He carefully explained the process, defined his services, and stayed within the fee structure he outlined."
"From our first consultation with him, through to the final disposition of our son's case, Jason was thorough, patient, and gave us the information and comfort we needed to see it through."
"If you’re looking to get the best possible outcome and someone who will want to help you get that outcome no matter what the challenges are, I highly recommend Jason Dunkle."
Meet the attorney.
Jason Dunkle
For more than a decade, State College attorney Jason Dunkle has been helping students and other individuals diligently pursue successful resolutions to criminal charges.
Attorney Jason S. Dunkle graduated from Penn State in 2000 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He was a member of the National Association of Collegiate Scholars and the Undergraduate Law Society. Jason attended law school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and was awarded the academically-based Dean’s Scholarship that covered 50% of tuition costs. In 2004, Jason obtained his Juris Doctorate from Pitt Law with a 3.67 grade point average. After graduation, Jason returned to the State College area and began his career as a criminal defense attorney. In 2012, Jason decided to “hang up his shingle” and started JD Law, P.C. He has represented thousands of clients facing criminal charges, and those clients have left rave reviews. Jason has been nominated as a Rising Star or Super Lawyer every year since 2011, and he has been on the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers for many years.
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