Childhood is supposed to be a time full of lighthearted fun, but an accidental shooting can bring someone’s childhood to an abrupt, sad end. When someone unintentionally discharges a firearm, it can have an immense impact on a minor’s life, resulting in serious damage, severe injury, or even loss of life. Accidental shootings occur among…
Trials are fundamental parts of the justice process. If you’re accused of a crime, they ensure that you have a chance to plead your case before a decision is made. In a jury trial, you get to plead your case before a group of your peers. Juries are typically a random assortment of people from…
Individuals, who face drunk driving charges often ask the question, “How long can my license be suspended after a DUI in Louisiana?” The answer to this question depends upon the severity of the charges and specific facts of each case. Consulting with an experienced drunk driving lawyer like those with the John D. & Eric…
Those with commercial driver’s licenses (CDL) usually face even harsher consequences for a DUI conviction than the average motorist. Not only do CDL drivers risk the typical fines and jail time that others face, they could potentially suffer the loss of their livelihood should their driver’s license be revoked. This is one reason it’s crucial…
A DUI conviction can have a domino effect on an individual’s life. For example, insurance rates could increase depending on the type of offense, a person may face hefty fines, and a person could even face jail time. The individual convicted of a DUI may also have to participate in community service, court-appointed substance abuse…
Getting arrested for a DUI in Louisiana may result in harsh penalties. Being convicted of a DUI can lead to your license being suspended or having to pay steep fines. In some cases, the state may offer a plea bargain in which the severe punishments are limited, but DUI convictions still have long-lasting consequences that…
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 of a controlled substance. 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…
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…