Effectively Navigate Your Drug Case with Proven
Cobb County Drug Defense Attorneys
Your future shouldn’t be defined by a drug charge. Our team focuses exclusively on defending teens and young adults facing drug charges throughout Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, and all of Cobb County, Georgia.
At Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm, our drug crime lawyers understand what’s at stake for young people in Cobb County. We create defense strategies centered on YOUR goals and future, not generic solutions. Time matters in drug cases – evidence disappears, witnesses forget details and important deadlines approach quickly. Contact us today.
Cobb County aggressively prosecutes drug offenses through the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office, with cases typically heard at the Cobb County Superior Court or State Court in Marietta.
Law enforcement agencies, including Marietta Police, Smyrna Police, and the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, actively target drug crimes, especially in areas near Kennesaw State University, Life University, and along the I-75 corridor.
Georgia drug laws classify controlled substances into five “schedules” based on their medical use and potential for abuse:
Simply having drugs in your possession – whether in your pocket, car, or backpack – can result in serious charges. Penalties vary dramatically based on the type and amount of substance involved, but even small amounts of Schedule I or II drugs can lead to felony charges.
If police believe you intended to sell or distribute drugs rather than use them personally, you’ll face more serious charges. Factors that may suggest intent include:
Our approach to defending your drug charges centers entirely on your specific goals. While many law firms apply cookie-cutter strategies to every case, we take time to understand what matters most to you. Your defense strategy will align with your unique priorities and circumstances.
Typically includes possession of small amounts of marijuana (under 1 oz) and possession of drug-related objects:
Includes possession of most controlled substances and possession with intent to distribute:
For teens and young adults in Cobb County, drug convictions create obstacles well beyond the courtroom:
Our team will thoroughly analyze every element of your case to build the strongest possible defense. Effective strategies often include:
Police must have legal justification to stop, search, or arrest you. We examine whether:
For many young people facing drug charges in Cobb County, diversion programs offer a path to avoid conviction and lasting consequences:
Not necessarily. Many factors influence potential jail time, including the substance involved, amount, your criminal history, and the specific circumstances. First-time offenders, especially young adults, often have alternatives to incarceration, particularly for possession charges.
Georgia’s record restriction laws are limited, but in some cases, especially for young offenders and first-time offenses, options exist to keep charges off your permanent record through diversion programs and conditional discharge.
Absolutely not without consulting an attorney first. Drug charges often have serious collateral consequences beyond the immediate sentence. What seems like a “good deal” might have devastating long-term impacts on your education, career, and future opportunities.
If you or someone you care about is facing drug charges in Cobb County, contact our legal team to discuss your situation. A consultation will help you understand your options and determine the most effective path forward.
Our consultation process helps determine if we’re the right fit for your specific case and goals. We don’t take every case that contacts us – we focus on clients where we can make a meaningful difference.
Take the first step toward protecting your future. Contact our office to schedule your consultation.
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