About This Timeline
Purpose
John David Du Wors should not be allowed to practice law and be in a position of trust. He is a fraud and a danger who preys on clients as victims. This timeline documents the public record of his ethical and legal failures across multiple jurisdictions.
Documented Violence Against Family
Du Wors has a documented history of violent abuse against his own family members:
- Wife-Beater: In August 2014, Du Wors assaulted his wife Amber, throwing her to the ground and leaving scrape marks on her leg, arms, neck, and face. She tried to escape by locking herself in a room, but he forced his way in and continued the assault.
- Child Abuser: In October 2012, Du Wors hog-tied his stepdaughter (tied her hands and feet together), locked her in a bathroom, and when she escaped, chased her down and punched her in the head at least seven times. She suffered two black eyes, bruises on her cheeks, arms, and neck, and couldn't hear from her left ear due to dried blood. He called her a "bitch" and told her "if she was going to act like an animal she was going to be treated like an animal."
WSBA Discipline Notice (2023)
The Washington State Bar Association imposed a six-month suspension on John David Du Wors for violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct:
- RPC 8.4(c) Dishonesty, Fraud, Deceit or Misrepresentation
- RPC 8.4(d) Conduct Prejudicial to the Administration of Justice
- RPC 8.4(i) Commission of an Act Involving Moral Turpitude
These violations stemmed from Du Wors' hit-and-run conviction, DUI conviction, and making false statements to police and an insurance company. Du Wors lied to police about his hit-and-run, then filed a false insurance claim with GEICO claiming a "phantom vehicle" hit his car. GEICO paid out $27,308.46 based on his fraudulent claim.
"Respondent's conduct demonstrates a troubling pattern of dishonesty that extends beyond isolated incidents. His false statements to law enforcement and insurance representatives, combined with his attempts to evade responsibility for his actions, reflect a fundamental disregard for the ethical obligations of an attorney."
All information presented on this site is derived from public court records, bar association disciplinary proceedings, and verified news sources.
Bar Admissions & Status
Criminal Convictions
| Year | Charge | Case Number | Court |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Unlawful Imprisonment (Felony) | 20704301P | Bainbridge Island |
| 2014 | Assault 4 - Domestic Violence | 20704302 | Bainbridge Island |
| 2017 | Hit and Run | 20704303 | Bainbridge Island |
| 2019 | DUI | 20704307 | Bainbridge Island |
| 2024 | Assault 4 | 2024-014914 | King County |
Sources
- Washington State Bar Association - Disciplinary proceedings and orders
- California State Bar - Attorney profile and discipline records
- Delaware Supreme Court - Disbarment order and press releases
- CourtListener - Federal and state court records
- King County Superior Court - Civil case filings
- Bainbridge Island Municipal Court - Criminal case records
Legal Notice
All information on this site is derived from public records and protected speech. Per Moriwaki v. Rynearson and the First Amendment, truthful statements about public figures' conduct in their professional capacity are protected.
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Source Code & Contributions
This site is open source and hosted on GitHub. The source code, including all documented evidence and timeline data, is available for public review and contribution.
- GitHub Repository: github.com/tankbottoms/duwors-md-timeline-blog
- Report Issues: Submit corrections, typos, or additional documentation via GitHub Issues
- Contribute: Pull requests welcome for verified, documented incidents with supporting evidence
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