Louisiana Drug Crime Defense
Louisiana Drug Crime Defense
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Drug FAQs
General
Louisiana Drug Possession Laws – 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Drug Charges
What Are Schedule 4 Drugs? A Guide to Understanding the Federal Drug Schedule
How Commonly Are People Arrested And Charged With Drug Crimes In Louisiana?
What is Considered Drug Trafficking in Louisiana?
What are Drug Related Crimes in Louisiana?
5 Important Facts about CDS drug
8 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Drug Charges in Louisiana
What Is the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony in Louisiana?
Drug Charge Consequences at LSU
What is an unlawful controlled dangerous substance CDS in Louisiana?
Addiction
What to Do If You Spot Signs of Opiate Use in Adults
Being Aware of the Opioid Syndrome in Louisiana
Arrest – Search & Seizure
Can Police Execute A Warrantless Search Of A Residence If They Suspect A Drug Related Offense?
Can Police Execute A Warrantless Search Of A Vehicle If They Suspect A Drug Related Offense?
Can A Passenger In A Motor Vehicle Face Drug Charges If Drugs Are Discovered In The Vehicle?
How And When Do Miranda Rights Come Into Play In A Criminal Case?
What Common Mistakes Do People Make During The Arrest Phase In A Drug Case?
Stop and ID States: Knowing Your Rights in Louisiana
What Constitutes Probable Cause to Search a Vehicle in Louisiana
The Laws and Ramifications of Heroin Charges in Louisiana
Cocaine
5 Must-Know Facts About Possession of Cocaine Charges in Louisiana
Defenses
How do I Beat a Drug Charge in Louisiana?
Is It Possible to Have My Drug Charges Dropped or Reduced?
How You Can Beat Felony Drug Charges
Entrapment Law 101: When Can I Claim Police Entrapment for My Drug Arrest?
What Is Constructive Possession in Louisiana? What to Do When the Drugs Aren’t Yours
Law
How Is A Drug Charge Determined To Be Either A Misdemeanor Or A Felony Charge?
What is an Unlawful Controlled Dangerous Substance?
What Is Considered Possession, Sale, Distribution And Intent To Distribute Unlawful Drugs?
Is There a Statute of Limitations on Drug Charges?
La RS 40:966 – Schedule 1 Drug
La RS 40:967 – Schedule 2 Drugs
La RS 40:968 – Schedule 3 Drugs – Steroids
La RS 40:969 – Schedule 4 Drugs
La RS 40:970 – Schedule 5 Drugs
Marijuana
Is Marijuana Still Illegal in Louisiana?
Do I need a lawyer for a simple possession?
Mailing Marijuana: Is It Illegal?
7 Things to Know About Louisiana Weed Laws
When Is Possession of Marijuana a Felony in Louisiana?
DEA Continues Ban on Synthetic Drugs
Marijuana Laws in Louisiana: What’s new?
Medical Marijuana vs Recreational: Why You Need to Know the Difference
Marijuana Laws and Penalties: What Happens If You’re Caught in Possession in Louisiana
5 Things About Louisiana Medical Marijuana You Should Know
Louisiana Marijuana Laws: Why Louisiana Is Reforming Cannabis Laws
Joint Possession of Marijuana in Louisiana
Possible Changes in Marijuana Sentencing Laws for Louisiana
What Makes a Marijuana Charge a Felony in Louisiana?
Marijuana Possession in Baton Rouge
Methamphetamine
What to Do If You’re Charged with Possession of Methamphetamine
Penalties
What Do Sentences Generally Look Like For Drug Offenders In Louisiana?
Do Most Drug Cases go to Trial or do They Plead Out?
What Factors Does the Judge Consider When Determining My Drug Sentence?
What Should I Understand About Probation in My Drug Related Case?
How Does a Prior Arrest or Conviction Impact My Case?
What Steps Can I Take Prior To Sentencing Hearing to Help My Case?
Are There Alternative Punishments to Jail That I May Qualify For?
Possible Life Sentence for Drug Conviction
Sentencing Guidelines for Possession of Crack
How Long Will I Be in Prison for Drugs?
What are the penalties for violating CDS laws?
Pills
Can I Get In Trouble for Being In Possession of Medication Without a Prescription in Louisiana?
Possession
Guide to Louisiana Drug Possession Laws
How to Get a Possession Charge Dismissed
Help! I Got Caught with Bags of Heroin in Louisiana, What Do I Do?
A Breakdown of the Louisiana Drug Possession Laws in 2022
What to Do After You Receive a Court Summons for Drug Possession in Louisiana
How to Manage CDS Drug Possession Charges
Getting Caught: What to Expect When You’re Arrested for Drug Possession in Louisiana
Possession vs Possession with Intent to Distribute: What You Need to Know
Post-Arrest
What Happens Within Those First 24 To 72 Hours After A Drug Related Arrest?
Will I Be Arraigned Before I Am Released From Jail On Drug Charges?
How Does The Bail Bond Process Work In The Court Where My Drug Case Will Be Heard?
How Do I Know What To Do Once I Am Released From Jail?
Should I Start Voluntary Pre-Trial Counseling In My Drug Related Case?
Record
Having Arrest Records: Will They Affect Your Future Employment?
4 Reasons Why You Should Try to Get Your Criminal Record Expunged in Louisiana
Legal Defense for Drug Cases
Our Experience Handling Drug Cases in Louisiana
Should I Hire an Attorney Beforehand if I am Being Investigated for a Drug Crime?
How Often Should I Expect To Meet With My Attorney To Discuss My Drug Case?
What Factors Do You Consider In Determining How To Proceed In A Drug Related Case?
What Specifically Sets You and Your Firm Apart in Handling Drug Cases in Louisiana?
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Louisiana Drug Crime Defense
Louisiana DWI & Criminal Lawyers
Louisiana criminal lawyers and DWI attorneys at the Barkemeyer Law Firm providing legal defense services for clients in Baton Rouge, Ascension, Livingston, Tangipahoa, Port Allen, Alexandria, New Orleans, Lafayette, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Hahnville, Chalmette, Slidell, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John, St. Bernard, Mandeville, Covington, Shreveport, Bossier, Jefferson, and all of Louisiana.
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