Smyrna Criminal Defense Lawyer

Smyrna is one of the largest cities in Cobb County and a vibrant community in the heart of the Atlanta metro area. Criminal cases involving Smyrna residents or incidents occurring within Smyrna city limits may be handled by Smyrna Municipal Court, while felonies and many misdemeanor cases proceed through the Cobb County courts in Marietta.

If you or a family member has been arrested or is under investigation for a criminal offense in Smyrna, 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.

The Law Office of Austin Nelson represents Smyrna clients at every stage of the process, from initial hearings through trial, with the attention and dedication every client deserves.

Criminal cases involving Smyrna residents or incidents are typically heard in the Smyrna 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 Smyrna 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)