Being charged with any drug-related offense in Louisiana can have significant consequences. You’ll have to pay substantial fines, serve a long sentence, and have a permanent criminal record that can impact your future opportunities. If you were accused of drug conspiracy charges in Louisiana, you may wonder whether it’s possible to beat these charges. It…
Drug-sniffing dogs offer multiple benefits for law enforcement, including being able to sniff out illicit substances, potential bombs, and even can track criminals in some cases. However, are drug-sniffing dogs reliable? In the face of criminal charges concerning controlled substances, it is hard to prove innocence without disproving results from drug-sniffing canines. Here at John…
Louisiana is one of the strictest states when it comes to drug trafficking laws, so receiving these charges can be incredibly nerve-wracking. You may stress about the potential consequences of a drug crime conviction and the repercussions they may have on your life or career. No matter the charges, you deserve a trustworthy lawyer who…
If you have been charged with drug possession in Louisiana, you may wonder about potential consequences and what to do next. Understanding state laws is not always easy, so contacting a drug possession defense lawyer is one of the best steps to take to fully grasp the scope of your case. Our knowledgeable attorneys at…
In the United States, an arrest occurs every three seconds, and low-level offenses such as drug abuse violations and disorderly conduct make up eighty percent of these arrests. Being detained or arrested can be stressful for any individual involved, especially for drug-related offenses. There is a high occurrence of arrests daily, but many of these…
It can be a terrifying and upsetting experience to have your child arrested and charged with selling prescription medication. Understandably, no one wants to believe their kid is capable of a crime, so it can be jarring to discover they may have committed a drug crime. Then there are the possible criminal penalties they may…
After being arrested for possessing drugs, you may be surprised and alarmed to discover that you face drug trafficking charges. In Louisiana, possessing specific amounts of illegal substances could escalate the charges you face. Drug trafficking is a felony, and convicted individuals often face heavy fines, lengthy prison sentences, and life-long consequences that make it…
A drug possession or trafficking conviction can significantly impact your life for years after your initial sentence. Depending on the severity of the crime and the factors of your case, you could be charged with a felony-level offense. Louisiana is especially tough on drug crimes, and those convicted could face extended prison sentences with hard…
Illegal drug use in the United States is an ongoing problem, and sadly children and teens are no exception in the devastating statistics. Between 2016 and 2020, drug use went up by 61% among eighth-graders, and it is estimated that 50% of teenagers have misused drugs at least once. With such a prevalence among teens…
If you have been accused of a crime in the State of Louisiana, you may feel helpless and like the courts are against you. Many people may choose to plead guilty, accepting whatever punishment the judge decides, rather than fighting for their freedom and clearing their name. John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm…