Duplin County cases are heard at the Duplin County Courthouse, 112 Duplin Street in Kenansville, and prosecuted by the District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 5, which covers Duplin, Jones, Onslow, and Sampson Counties. Our Raleigh office serves Duplin County clients. Call (919) 925-4613. Phones and chat answered 24/7.
Duplin County Criminal Defense and Family Lawyers
Charged with a crime or headed to family court in Duplin County?
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Duplin County court quick facts
| Courthouse | Duplin County Courthouse, 112 Duplin St, Kenansville, NC 28349. Main number (910) 275-7000. |
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| Hours | 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday |
| Prosecutor | District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 5 (Duplin, Jones, Onslow, and Sampson Counties) |
| Court districts | Prosecutorial, Superior Court, and District Court District 5 |
| Our serving office | Raleigh office, 8024 Glenwood Ave, Suite 317 |
Check your exact court date and courtroom on the eCourts Portal. Courthouse details are from the North Carolina Judicial Branch and were current as of October 2026.
Going to court in Duplin County
Duplin has one courthouse, in Kenansville, the county seat. Wallace, Warsaw, Beulaville, and Rose Hill cases all come to the same building. Duplin shares Prosecutorial District 5 with Jones, Onslow, and Sampson Counties, and the district attorney’s main office is at the Onslow County Courthouse in Jacksonville.
Interstate 40 runs north to south through Duplin, and many DWI and drug cases start as highway stops near Warsaw and Wallace. Those cases often turn on the reason for the stop, the video, and the testing records.
What happens after an arrest in Duplin County
- Arrest and release. After an arrest by Wallace, Warsaw, or Beulaville Police, the Duplin County Sheriff, or the State Highway Patrol, a magistrate sets release conditions. Call us that day if the charge is DWI, because license deadlines start right away.
- First court date. Misdemeanor, DWI, and felony first appearances are set in Duplin County District Court. Check the eCourts Portal for the courtroom.
- Negotiation with District 5. We review the reports, video, and lab work and negotiate with the District 5 prosecutors assigned to your case.
- Trial or Superior Court. Misdemeanors are tried before a District Court judge, with a right to appeal for a jury trial. Felonies move to Superior Court in Kenansville after indictment.
If you or a family member was just arrested, call (919) 925-4613 now. Have the person’s full name, date of birth, and the charge from the paperwork ready.
Criminal charges we defend in Duplin County
Family law in Duplin County
Duplin County family cases, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution, are filed in District Court. Contested custody cases generally go to the state custody mediation program before a judge decides them. Families who run farms or agricultural businesses should document land, equipment, and contracts early. Equitable distribution claims must be filed before an absolute divorce is granted or they can be lost.
Your Duplin County legal team
Duplin County clients work with our Raleigh office team.
Where to find us
Martine Law, Raleigh office
8024 Glenwood Ave, Suite 317
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 925-4613, phones and chat answered 24/7
Duplin County FAQs
Where are Duplin County cases heard?
Duplin County criminal and family cases are heard at the Duplin County Courthouse, 112 Duplin Street in Kenansville. The main number is (910) 275-7000, and it is open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Cases from Wallace, Warsaw, and Beulaville all go there. Check the eCourts Portal for your courtroom.
Who prosecutes criminal cases in Duplin County?
The District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 5 prosecutes criminal cases in Duplin County. District 5 covers Duplin, Jones, Onslow, and Sampson Counties. Your lawyer negotiates with the assistant district attorney assigned to your courtroom about dismissal, reduced charges, deferred prosecution, or a plea, and prepares the case for trial if no fair offer comes.
What should I do after a DWI stop on I-40 in Duplin County?
Write down what you remember, keep every paper the officer gave you, and call a lawyer quickly. A DWI arrest usually starts a 30-day civil license revocation under G.S. 20-16.5. A lawyer can ask for the stop video, check the breath test records, and tell you whether a limited driving privilege is possible.
Can a Raleigh-based lawyer handle my Duplin County case?
Yes. North Carolina lawyers can appear in any county in the state. Our Raleigh office serves Duplin County clients. Criminal defense: free consultation with our Director of Client Engagement. Family law: $50 consultation with our Director of Client Engagement. Full refund if you’re not satisfied, for any reason. What matters most is that your lawyer knows the Kenansville courthouse and the local prosecutors, checks the calendar closely, and is prepared on your court date.
Nearby counties
We also serve these nearby counties: Sampson County, Wayne County.
See every county served by our Raleigh office.
This page provides general information about North Carolina law and local courts. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Court locations, hours, and procedures change; confirm details with the court or with us. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.