Louisiana Drug Trafficking Attorney

Drug Trafficking Attorney in Shreveport, Bossier City, Monroe, & Ruston, LA

Louisiana Drug Trafficking Charges

In the state that holds the highest percentage of its population in prison, you can expect drug crimes will be treated harshly by the courts. The possibility of facing severe penalties for a conviction of drug trafficking is a very real concern. It becomes an even greater threat if you have prior convictions on your record, particularly prior drug convictions. If you face charges for drug trafficking, do not hesitate to speak with an experienced Louisiana drug trafficking attorney right away.

Drug trafficking charges are much more severe than drug possession charges; trafficking charges imply that you, as the alleged offender, intended to sell and distribute controlled substances without authorization. You can be charged with this offense even if you are not caught in the act of handing out drugs. If police find a certain amount of specific substances in your control, you can face charges just for meeting certain thresholds of quantities.

Controlled Substances in Louisiana

The federal government categorizes controlled substances in five schedules that determine the severity of the charges you may face. Schedules are arranged in descending order, with Schedule I containing the most restricted substances with the highest potential for abuse, and Schedule V containing the least restricted substances that have the lowest abuse potential.

Schedules I and II contain the most commonly-trafficked substances in Louisiana. Heroin, LSD, ecstasy, and marijuana are all Schedule I drugs. Schedule II substances include cocaine, methamphetamine, and amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (Adderall).

If you are caught with any of these substances you could face severe criminal penalties. Such charges are aggressively prosecuted by the state. Charges may be enhanced if a firearm is discovered and/ or if you have previous criminal convictions.

A conviction for drug trafficking can result in a prison term of several years in some instances, and decades in others, as well as steep fines and other possible penalties. In addition, prosecutors may seek to seize and forfeit your assets and property. It is in your best interest to discuss your case with a knowledgeable drug trafficking lawyer. Attorneys at The Johnson Law Firm can assist if you have been charged with any of the following:

Marijuana trafficking
Ecstasy trafficking
LSD trafficking
Heroin trafficking
Cocaine trafficking
Methamphetamine trafficking
Prescription Drug trafficking

Call 318-377-1555 to speak with an attorney about your case, or contact us online to schedule a consultation.