Jason Wheeless
Madras DUI Attorney
Jason Wheeless stands out as an accomplished attorney in the realms of criminal defense and DUI law, boasting nearly twenty years of specialized practice. He is proficient in handling a broad spectrum of legal challenges, ranging from DUII defense to conducting murder trials. A notable aspect of his practice is his ability to communicate fluently in Spanish, a rare skill among criminal defense lawyers in the region east of the Cascades.
Jason embarked on his legal career in 2005 as a public defender in Pendleton, Oregon, where he sharpened his criminal defense expertise. His professional path also led him to Spain, where he gained valuable international experience working in a public high school and studying at the Universidad de Cadiz. Following his time in Spain, he further developed his career in Albuquerque, New Mexico, representing clients in diverse criminal cases, including grave violent felonies, immigration-related offenses, state habeas corpus petitions, and appellate matters in both state and federal jurisdictions.
In 2020, Jason returned to Central Oregon, continuing his commitment to criminal defense in Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson Counties as a public defender. He handled a vast range of adult and juvenile delinquency cases, with a particular emphasis on DUI and other criminal defense sectors.
Jason’s comprehensive experience in trials and litigation, combined with his bilingual capabilities, positions him as a powerful and empathetic advocate for his clients, skillfully navigating them through the complexities of the criminal justice system.
