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Dustin N. Thomas
Former Police Officer, Former Prosecutor, DUI Lawyer. Taking Misdemeanor and Felony cases. Call the office 228-696-8881. You may text that very same number also, day or night.
Law Office Of Dustin Thomas, PLLC
525 Krebs Avenue
Pascagoula, MS 39567
Phone: 228-696-8881

About Dustin N. Thomas
Former Cop. Former Prosecutor. Now Your DUI Defense Lawyer. I’ve been on every side of a DUI case — as the arresting officer, the prosecutor, and now, your defense attorney. Since 1998, I’ve handled thousands of DUI charges and spent 18 years prosecuting them. Today, I use that insider knowledge to fight for people just like you. Misdemeanor or felony DUI? I know what you're up against — and how to beat it. Let my experience work for you.
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