FORMER MASSACHUSETTS PROSECUTOR
REPRESENTING THOSE FACING CHARGES
PROUDLY SERVING CAPE COD AND NEIGHBORING NANTUCKET & MARTHA'S VINEYARD COMMUNITIES.
30+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Kokonowski Criminal Defense now in Barnstable, Mass
Thomas Kokonowski brings over 30 years of experience defending the accused in Massachusetts. In 2019 Tom decided to make Cape Cod his “home”. He opened Kokonowski Criminal Defense in the Eastside of The Cape in Orleans. From there he has been defending clients in all courts in The Cape.
Now to help clients even more broadly across The Cape, Tom has opened a new office location in Barnstable.
As of March, 2026 Kokonowski Criminal Defense now serves clients from a new office near downtown Barnstable:
BARNSTABLE Office::
3179 Main St – Unit D
Barnstable, MA 02630
Available 24-7: (508) 262-0063
If you have been charged with a crime in Barnstable or anywhere in The Cape, call Tom’s office today to arrange a free consultation: (508) 262-0063
What types of criminal cases are handled at the Barnstable Superior Court?
The Barnstable Superior Court handles serious felony cases for Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties, featuring 12-person jury trials and potential state prison sentences. Key cases include murder (exclusive jurisdiction), drug trafficking, sexual assault, armed robbery, and high-risk domestic violence.
Key Criminal Case Types Handled:
- Major Felonies: Cases often involving 5+ years in state prison.
- Murder & Homicide: Exclusive original jurisdiction over first-degree murder.
- Drug Trafficking/Distribution: High-level drug offenses.
- Sexual Offenses: Rape and related serious sex crimes.
- Violent Crimes: Armed robbery, kidnapping, and severe assault.
- Firearms Violations: Illegal possession of firearms.
- Habitual Offenders: Defendants with extensive criminal records.
The Superior Court Unit of the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office manages these prosecutions.
If you are facing charges at the Barnstable Superior Court, call Tom today to arrange a free consultation. His new office location is practically across the street from the court. He brings over 30 years of experience to defending his clients. If you have been charged, make the call today: (508) 262-0063