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…
Saying COVID-19 has turned the world upside down is a massive understatement. There are few aspects of life the virus has left untouched, including drug trafficking. Governments around the world have taken drastic measures to restrict travel, disrupting the supply chains of most drugs. Drug trafficking relies on legal trade to mask its illegal activities…
If you are arrested for DUI in Louisiana, you may face both short- and long-term consequences that could affect your driving privileges. Depending on the severity of your case, if convicted, you could face repercussions, including administrative suspension, vehicle impoundment, or a court order requiring the installation of an ignition interlock device on your car….
Each year, many people in Louisiana are charged with DUI. Some of these charges are a result of police officers stopping drivers for alarming driving behavior. However, a good number of these charges occur as a result of sobriety checkpoints. Unlike regular traffic stops that require officers to have a reason for pulling someone over,…
If you have a DUI conviction, the consequences can affect various parts of your life even years later. Whether your criminal record is related to a DUI arrest or conviction, both are likely to complicate processes such as finding employment or housing. Most employers and landlords ask job and rental applicants whether they have ever…
More than half of American children have a smartphone by age 11. Most parents provide their kids with phones for emergency purposes. However, smartphones include multiple cameras and allow users to download several social media apps, so it’s common for teens to send explicit photos to their boyfriend or girlfriend. This is a crime, 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…