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…
Drug charges encompass a wide variety of offenses. Many people think of drug crimes as being primarily related to possession. However, there are a variety of drug-related crimes that have specific parameters and penalties. Depending on the type of drug charge you are facing, you might face varying consequences––including fines, jail time, and community service––upon…
It may not come as a surprise to you that illegal drug trading is the largest criminal business in the world. What may end up surprising you, however, is the second-largest criminal business: human trafficking. Human trafficking is the fastest-growing criminal operation in the world, with an estimated industry of $150 billion and over 40…
Fentanyl is a legal prescription drug meant to alleviate severe pain, like chronic cancer pain or pain from surgery. Still, it is also considered a dangerous drug due to its high potential for abuse and fatal overdoses. However, this drug is being illegally produced and distributed for its euphoric, relaxing effects on the brain and…
There are a variety of consequences that come with being sentenced to register as a sexual offender in the state of Louisiana. Having that status can prevent you from obtaining a career in certain industries, bar you from joining community activities such as sports or volunteering, and it can even make it difficult to maintain…
Someone is arrested for a drug law violation every 20 seconds in the United States. The consequences of a single arrest can impact a person’s freedom, job, health, and family. While states that have legalized marijuana have seen a decline in marijuana arrests, other drug-related arrests have increased. Drug criminalization continues to be a top…
Louisiana has some of the strictest drug laws in the country. In Louisiana, getting caught in possession of medication without a prescription is a serious offense. Although there are well-intentioned reasons—helping a friend or treating your pain—illegal possession of prescription drugs can have serious consequences. If you are arrested for illegally possessing medication, you should…
In recent years, the pressure to legalize cannabis has been a hot topic. Across the country, Americans have been pushing for progressive cannabis laws, and in most states, legislators have responded by passing legislation that legalizes cannabis use to varying degrees. Medical or recreational marijuana is legal in all states, excluding Wyoming, Kansas, South Carolina,…