Kennesaw Criminal Defense Lawyer

Kennesaw is a thriving city in northern Cobb County, known for its growing population and its place in American history. Residents and visitors in Kennesaw facing criminal charges may have their cases heard in Kennesaw Municipal Court for city code violations, or in the Cobb County courts in Marietta for state misdemeanor and felony matters.

If you or a family member has been arrested or is under investigation for a criminal offense in Kennesaw, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The choices you make in the early stages of a criminal case — including what you say to law enforcement — can have a lasting impact on the outcome.

Whether your matter involves a Kennesaw city ordinance, a traffic violation, or a serious felony charge, the Law Office of Austin Nelson is prepared to represent you effectively.

Criminal cases involving Kennesaw residents or incidents are typically heard in the Kennesaw Municipal Court and Cobb County courts in Marietta. Attorney Nelson appears regularly in these courts and understands the local procedures and judicial expectations that apply. 

The Law Office of Austin Nelson handles a full range of criminal matters for Kennesaw clients, including:

• DUI / DWI defense — protecting your license and your record
• Drug possession and trafficking defense
• Assault, battery, and domestic violence defense
• Theft, burglary, and federal criminal defense
• Traffic violations and license suspension hearings
• Misdemeanor and felony defense at all stages
• Record restriction and expungement (where eligible)