KBJ Keith B. JohnsonAttorney at Law · LLC

Georgia · South Carolina Criminal Defense

When your freedom is on the line, you need a fighter in your corner.

Experienced · Skilled · Proven

A calming voice and a tenacious advocate when you're facing serious charges. At our firm you'll never be just a number — you get respect, straight answers, and a relentless defense.

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Top 100Criminal Defense — NTLA

2017–2025Super Lawyers

5.0 ★Avvo client rating

Keith B. Johnson

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Recognized & Respected

Credentials that matter when it counts

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Top 100

Criminal Defense Attorney, National Trial Lawyers Association

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Super Lawyers

Top Lawyer recognition, 2017–2025

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Three Best Rated

Top criminal defense lawyers in Augusta, GA

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Expertise & Avvo

Highly rated criminal attorney with 5-star client reviews

“You will never be just a number.”

About Keith

A calming voice and a tenacious advocate

We believe clients deserve a calming voice and a tenacious advocate when faced with serious legal issues. Our firm has a documented record of treating clients with the respect and dignity they deserve.

You will never be just a number at our firm. We are committed to excellence and achieving the best possible results — and to standing beside you at every step.

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney — National Trial Lawyers Association
Super Lawyers Top Lawyer, 2017–2025
Featured in Newsweek, USA Today, FOX News & more
Serving Georgia & South Carolina

More About Keith

Practice Areas

Defense for the charges that change lives

If you've been arrested or charged in Georgia or South Carolina, every hour matters. We defend the full range of state and federal criminal matters.

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Drug Offenses

Possession, distribution, and trafficking charges — including first-offender and diversion eligibility.

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Assault & Violent Crimes

Battery, aggravated assault, and weapons charges where the stakes — and the exposure — are highest.

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Theft & Property

Shoplifting, theft by taking, burglary, and fraud — protecting your record and your future.

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Federal Charges

Serious federal matters that demand a defense built for the federal courtroom.

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Bond & Probation

Bond hearings, probation violations, and revocations — moving fast to keep you free.

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Why Clients Choose Us

The defense you deserve

Proven results

A documented record of dismissals, reductions, and favorable resolutions — recognized among the nation's top criminal defense attorneys.

Personal attention

You'll never be just a number. You get a direct line, straight answers, and a lawyer who treats you with dignity.

Relentless advocacy

From the first call to the final verdict, we fight for the best possible outcome — calmly, strategically, and without backing down.

Case Results

The outcomes that keep people free

A snapshot of recent wins on the charges most people assume end in a conviction. Full record — years of dismissals, acquittals, and reductions — one click away.

2025Richmond County Superior

Felony Murder · Firearm Possession by Convicted Felon

Franks motion exposed material omissions in the warrant affidavit. Firearm suppressed as fruit of the tainted search; all counts dismissed pre-trial.

Dismissed

2025Richmond County Superior

Armed Robbery (2 cts) · Kidnapping · Aggravated Assault

Six-day jury trial. Cross of the sole eyewitness on a 90-second identification through tinted glass. Not guilty on every count in under two hours.

Not Guilty

2024S.D. Georgia (Federal)

Federal Drug Conspiracy · 21 U.S.C. § 846

Safety-valve proffer under 18 U.S.C. § 3553(f) moved client off a 10-year mandatory minimum. Sentenced to probation and supervised release.

Reduced

Client identities protected. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome — every case turns on its own facts.

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Client Reviews

In their words

★★★★★

“Keith negotiated with the prosecutor and got my case dismissed in just 5 weeks. I couldn't have asked for a better outcome.”

Merius AtangchoVerified Avvo review

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“Keith is one of the best lawyers in Augusta. He kept me informed every step of the way and truly fought for me.”

CalvinVerified Avvo review

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“From the bottom of my heart, I can't thank this firm enough. They treated me with respect and got results.”

Former ClientVerified Avvo review

Insight, media & commentary

Keith is a sought-after legal voice — breaking down high-profile cases and your rights in plain English.

In the News

National press commentary

Featured analysis in Newsweek, USA Today, FOX News, and more on the cases making headlines.

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Podcast

The Lawyer's Lounge

Keith's podcast on breaking news, community, and fatherhood — new episodes every other Tuesday.

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Track Record

Case results

A 92% win rate across 1,500+ cases — see the dismissals and not-guilty verdicts.

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Don't wait — the clock is already running

Charged with a crime in Georgia or South Carolina? Let's talk today.

The sooner you have the right attorney, the more we can do. Calls are confidential and consultations are free.

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Georgia · South Carolina

Arrested? Call now.

Criminal matters move fast — bond hearings can happen within 72 hours. The sooner we hear from you, the more we can do.