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Felony Defense Lawyer in Kenton County, Kentucky

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A felony charge in Kenton County, Kentucky is a life-changing event. Kenton County’s courts handle a heavy felony caseload, and the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office prosecutes aggressively. Whether you are charged in Covington, Erlanger, Independence, or anywhere in Kenton County, Clark + Harris, PLLC provides the experienced felony defense you need.

Call 859-474-0001 now.

Felony Sentencing in Kentucky

  • Class D Felony — 1–5 years (drug possession, theft over $1,000)
  • Class C Felony — 5–10 years (drug trafficking, second-degree assault)
  • Class B Felony — 10–20 years (first-degree robbery, first-degree assault)
  • Class A Felony — 20–50 years or life (kidnapping, rape first degree)

Felony Process in Kenton County

Felony cases proceed through the Kenton County Justice Center at 230 Madison Avenue, Covington, KY 41011. After arrest and booking at the Kenton County Detention Center (3000 Decker Crane Lane), cases move through District Court arraignment, preliminary hearing, grand jury review, and ultimately to the 16th Judicial Circuit Court for trial.

Cross-Border Employment Impact

For Kenton County residents who work across the river in Cincinnati or throughout the Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area, a felony conviction creates severe employment consequences. Ohio employers conduct Kentucky background checks, and many Cincinnati-area employers have strict policies against hiring felony offenders. A Kenton County felony can effectively shut you out of the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati job market.

Long-Term Consequences

  • Loss of firearm rights under Kentucky and federal law
  • Loss of voting rights pending gubernatorial restoration
  • Employment barriers throughout Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati
  • Professional license revocation or denial
  • Immigration consequences for non-citizens
  • Difficulty securing housing in the competitive NKY market

Contact Clark + Harris — Kenton County Felony Defense

Clark + Harris, PLLC fights for clients facing felony charges throughout Kenton County. Your freedom and future depend on the quality of your defense.

Call 859-474-0001 today for a confidential consultation.

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