Practice Area Overview

Covington, Louisiana, DWI and Criminal Defense Lawyer

At the Bauer Law Firm, I provide effective legal defense for people charged with crimes in Covington, Louisiana, and other North Shore communities, as well as the New Orleans metropolitan area. I am attorney Ernest Bauer. I became a criminal defense attorney because I have an honest desire to make sure that people are treated fairly under the law and receive the best possible defense.

Contact my office so we can talk about how I can help you. I will come to your home or the jail to meet with you. Let's start working together to help you get the best possible outcome for your charges.

I am proud to say that Criminal defense law is all I do.

Drug crimes: I provide effective representation for people charged with any state felony or misdemeanor drug offense.

• Marijuana possession
• Selling cocaine
• Illegal possession of prescription pills
• Meth lab operation
• All other narcotics charges

DWI defense: Whether you have been charged with a drunk driving offense for the first time or have been charged several times, I offer aggressive and effective defense, with the goal of keeping you out of jail.

• DUI defense
• Motions to dismiss or reduce charges
• Traffic offenses
• Driver's license reinstatement

Violent crimes: If you are charged with a crime in which a victim has been physically harmed, including spouse abuse, you need skillful defense to keep you out of prison.

• Homicide, vehicular manslaughter
• Aggravated assault
• Guns and weapons charges
• Domestic abuse

Theft crimes: I handle all state felony and misdemeanor cases involving stolen property, including white collar crimes such as fraud and stealing from your work.

• Burglary
• Armed robbery
• Shoplifting
• Credit card fraud and forged checks
• Possession or sale of stolen property

In addition, I offer experienced defense of criminal charges for offenses that involve the internet, such as child pornography, unlicensed sales of medications, and identity theft. I also have extensive experience helping juveniles and young adults who have been charged with violating the terms of their probation or parole.

The sooner you call, the sooner we can start working together to build a strong defense. Contact my office to discuss the charges against you and our costs. I offer a free consultation and often offer financial terms for your fees.

The Bauer Law Firm, Attorney Ernest Bauer
1966 N. Hwy 190, Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
Phone: 504-610-5645 (Cell 8:00am - 8:00pm 7-days a week)
Office: 985-892-3114 (All calls are returned promptly)