Haughton, LA Criminal Defense Lawyer

When you find yourself facing criminal charges in Louisiana, you will likely feel overwhelmed, intimidated, and unsure of where to turn next. The courts in Bossier Parish will do everything in their power to get a conviction, whether you’ve been accused of drug possession at your home near Prescott Field or an act of theft at a property along South Elm Street. For this reason, it is essential that you speak with a Haughton, LA, criminal defense lawyer who can protect you. 

How John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, Is Here to Help

For over three decades, the attorneys at John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, have worked to protect their clients from the damage done by a criminal conviction. We understand that you want to avoid conviction, but even more importantly, you need to protect your future livelihood. That’s where we come in. Our attorneys are afraid of even the toughest criminal cases and are ready to get down in the trenches with you and fight for the most favorable outcome available. 

Depending on the nature of your charge, your case could be held in one of several different locations, and our attorneys are familiar with the judges and prosecutors at each of these courthouses. Whether your case is heard through the Haughton Mayor’s Court on West McKinley Avenue, the Bossier Parish Courthouse on Burt Boulevard in Benton, or, in the case of federal charges, the United States District Court in Shreveport, we are here to serve you. 

Our Criminal Defense Practice Areas in Haughton, LA

Haughton, Louisiana, sees a yearly crime rate of around 4.94 per 1,000 residents. If you or a loved one is arrested and charged with a crime, it is important that you act quickly. At John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, we are here to represent you in a wide range of criminal charge cases, including the following:

• Violent crimes. These are some of the most fiercely prosecuted crimes in Bossier Parish and include specific charges such as domestic violence, attempted murder, murder, kidnapping, battery, armed robbery, assault, and certain crimes that might have been considered non-violent but were committed with a firearm or other deadly weapon. 
• Sex crimes. In a single year, the Haughton Police Department reported 10 cases of rape occurring in the area. Sex crimes can also include indecent behavior or exposure, prostitution, sexual assault and/or battery, solicitation, indecent behavior with a juvenile, incest, and child pornography. 
• Drug crimes. These charges are also highly prosecuted throughout Bossier Parish. Crimes include simple drug possession, possession of certain prescription medications without an actual, valid prescription, prescription fraud, drug trafficking, drug possession with the intent to distribute, and drug manufacturing. 
• DUI charges. If you are found to be operating a motorized vehicle while intoxicated or while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you can be arrested and charged with a DUI or DWI. In cases like these, you run the risk of serious penalties like jail time, large fines, the loss of your driver’s license, and certain mandatory court-ordered classes. 
• Internet or cybercrimes. These crimes can include a wide range of different charges and include other forms of crime, including sex crimes, white-collar crimes, drug crimes, and hacking. These crimes are often prosecuted at the federal level, so it is crucial you have an attorney with skills in both the state and federal justice systems. 
• White-collar crimes. These crimes typically involve some type of fraud and include forgery, embezzlement, money laundering, bribery, bank fraud, wire fraud, insurance fraud, mortgage fraud, and mail fraud. 

Collateral Consequences of a Louisiana Criminal Conviction

Besides the legal penalties you are likely to face when convicted of a crime in Louisiana, such as fines, jail or prison time, and probation, there are also several personal consequences you can face. While these are not handed down by a judge necessarily, they can still do lasting harm and greatly affect the rest of your life.

At John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, we are here to do everything in our power to protect your livelihood, and that means fighting for an outcome that doesn’t carry the following collateral consequences:

• Losing certain civil rights, such as the right to own, purchase, or bear a firearm, and the right to vote or hold office
• Suffering negative impacts on any future child custody determinations
• Losing your professional licenses or certifications
• Being required to register as a sex offender in sex-related criminal cases
• Eviction from current housing and difficulty finding new housing
• Facing limitations when it comes to securing necessary loans or federal benefits
• The loss of employment or difficulty finding future employment as individuals with criminal records, who face a 30% unemployment rate nationwide
• Difficulty securing future educational opportunities or scholarships
• Suffering harm to your residency or citizenship status, which could even result in possible deportation

Keep in mind that while felonies have more severe consequences than misdemeanors, any kind of criminal conviction will impact you in the long run. Any time a background check is run, whether for employment, housing, or other reasons, a conviction will show up, and it can affect the outcome of whatever scenario you find yourself in. That’s why at John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, we aren’t just about avoiding convictions; we are about protecting livelihoods. 

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Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving Bossier Parish Today

When you are arrested and charged with a crime in Haughton or anywhere in the surrounding area of Bossier Parish, it is essential that you hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as you can. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will become to build you a strong defense strategy. No matter how minor your charge might seem on the surface, you need to take your case seriously, and there is simply no time to waste. At John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, we are here to serve you. Call our offices today at 318-377-1555 or contact us via our online form. Let’s arrange a consultation as soon as possible so that our team can protect your rights.