Atty. David Austin Tapp

Atty. David Austin Tapp

David Austin Tapp is a lawyer practicing federal criminal litigation, state criminal litigation, election law and 1 other area of law. David received a M.S. degree from Chaminade University of Honolulu in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Washington Washington 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About David Austin Tapp at a glance

David Austin Tapp is a Cir.J. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, and government. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1993), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1993) and Chaminade University of Honolulu (M.S. Criminal, 1990). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Austin Tapp is a lawyer practicing federal criminal litigation, state criminal litigation, election law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a M.S. degree from Chaminade University of Honolulu in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Austin Tapp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Austin Tapp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is David Austin Tapp's law office located?
David Austin Tapp's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Austin Tapp handle?
David Austin Tapp focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Austin Tapp practiced law?
David Austin Tapp has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David Austin Tapp go to law school?
David Austin Tapp earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (M.S. Criminal, 1990).
How can I contact David Austin Tapp for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1993
M.S. Criminal
Chaminade University of Honolulu
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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