Atty. Kyle M. Karnes

Atty. Kyle M. Karnes

Kyle M. Karnes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 12 yrs experience 12 year
Call (704) 444-0515 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Kyle M. Karnes at a glance

Kyle M. Karnes is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, and expungement attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in California (2014), Oregon (2014), and North Carolina (2017). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (JD, 2013) and UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA California St Univ, San Bernardino, CA (—). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kyle M. Karnes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law
  • Kyle received a degree from UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Kyle practices in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Kyle M. Karnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kyle M. Karnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Expungement & Sealing

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kyle M. Karnes

Where is Kyle M. Karnes's law office located?
Kyle M. Karnes's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kyle M. Karnes handle?
Kyle M. Karnes focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Kyle M. Karnes practiced law?
Kyle M. Karnes has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Kyle M. Karnes go to law school?
Kyle M. Karnes earned their education at (JD, 2013); (—).
How can I contact Kyle M. Karnes for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 2013
UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA California St Univ, San Bernardino, CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2014
Oregon
Admitted: 2014
North Carolina
Admitted: 2017

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