DRUG TREATMENT AND PENALTIES

In Louisiana, possession of heroin is a felony punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment and a maximum fine of $5,000 if you live near Covington, which is a city in, and the parish seat of, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, Possession with intent to distribute is also a felony punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment and a maximum fine of $50,000. The distribution of heroin is a felony punishable by up to 30 years imprisonment and a maximum fine of $100,000. Furthermore, if the distribution of heroin involves a minor or is within 2,000 feet of a school, the penalty is up to 50 years imprisonment and a maximum fine of $150,000. Additionally, if the distribution of heroin results in serious bodily injury or death, the penalty is up to life imprisonment and a maximum fine of $150,000. For those convicted of heroin possession, the judge may also order drug treatment as an alternative to incarceration. If the defendant successfully completes the court-ordered drug treatment program, the court may expunge the conviction from the defendant’s record.

It is important if you live in the surrounding areas of Mandeville, LA 70471 985.898.2700  to note that the consequences for possession and/or distribution of heroin in or around Covington, which is a city in, and the parish seat of, St. Tammany Parish, can be even more severe if the person has prior convictions for drug offenses or if the person is charged with an additional offense of possession with intent to distribute.

DISTRIBUTION OR POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE

Louisiana Revised Statutes 40:966 establishes the penalties for possession with the intent to distribute a controlled, dangerous substance. Possession with intent to distribute is a more serious crime than simple possession and is punishable by up to 20 years in prison and/or a maximum fine of $50,000.

Additionally, the law provides that if the amount possessed is more than 2 ½ pounds, the person may be charged with possession with intent to distribute to a minor, which carries a penalty of up to 40 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $100,000. In addition to the penalties above, it is a crime to possess drug paraphernalia with the intent to distribute a controlled, dangerous substance. Possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to distribute is punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5,000.

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For a free initial phone consultation with an experienced Louisiana attorney, call me today at 504-610-5645, or fill out the contact form. I return all messages promptly.

OFFICE LOCATION

1966 N Hwy 190 Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
(504) 610-5645
(844) 272-1106 (fax)

What is Domestic Violence in Louisiana?

Domestic violence in Louisiana can be either domestic abuse battery, or domestic abuse aggravated attack. The first thing to determine is whether the defendant is alleged that he physically contacted the victim without their consent. Next, determine if there was a child at the crime scene. This could trigger the Child Endangerment Law, which could lead to a higher sentencing range.

Forms of Domestic Violence in Louisiana

There are three main types of abuse:

1. Harassment: This is verbal or non-verbal abuse that is intended to hurt, degrade, or ridicule another person.

2. Physical Abuse: This is when an abuser uses physical contact to cause fear, pain, and/or injury to another person.

3. Sexual Abuse: This is a form of abuse that involves non-consensual sexual behavior, often with the threat of force and greater emotional pain. Also, sexual abuse can include violence, sexual demands, and fetishes.

A victim of abuse is most likely to believe that the abuser will make changes and end the abuse. This is often not the case, even with significant mental and legal intervention. The primary goal of the abuser is to control, manipulate and exert power over the victim.

Abusive behavior is a way to dominate or control another person through threats, manipulation, sexual and/or physical assaults, and/or manipulation. An abuser can cause hurtful feelings such as fear, anxiety, helplessness and guilt. Abuse often comes with financial and/or chemical dependency. Fear of retaliation by the abuser is a major obstacle that must be overcome.

The United States Department of Justice reports that although abuse victims can be men or women, 95% (95%) of victims of abuse are women. It is shocking how widespread abuse is in our society, and that most cases are not reported.

NATIONAL STATISTICS ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

The FBI estimates that women account for 80% of domestic violence victims. All socioeconomic classes are affected. A further estimate is that 85% of the children living in violent households are witnesses to domestic violence.

Experts estimate that domestic violence affects approximately 4-12 million children each year. Domestic violence complaints make up approximately one third of the time that law enforcement officers spend responding to. Over one million domestic battery victims seek medical attention annually. Investigators have confirmed that 1,250,000 children were neglected or abused in the 3.5 million child abuse cases reported annually to child protection agencies. About 16 percent of 1,000 children are victims of abuse.

26 percent of these children were physically abused; 15 percent were sexually abused; 45 percent were neglected and 3 percent suffered emotional abuse. The remaining 12 per cent of abused children were subject to other abuses or neglect. We don’t know how many cases go unreported of neglect or abuse. The majority of abuse happens at home.

Child Protection Services Agencies have reported approximately 4,000 child abuse-related deaths each year. It seems unbelievable that children are dying every day due to neglect or abuse.

LOUISIANA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PENALTIES ARE VERY SERIOUS

1) First offense domestic violence (misdemeanor). – Maximum six months imprisonment
2) Second offense within ten years (felony). – Up to one year in prison
3) Third offense within ten years (felony). – Up to five years imprisonment
4) Fourth offense within ten years (felony). – Up to thirty years imprisonment

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A domestic violence dispute can have a significant impact on your life. Make sure you have competent, knowledgeable representation Domestic Violence Lawyer.

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For a free initial phone consultation with an experienced Louisiana attorney, call me today at 504-610-5645, or fill out the contact form. I return all messages promptly.

OFFICE LOCATION

1966 N Hwy 190 Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
(504) 610-5645
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Often, things happen in the heat of passion that at the time, look to be dangerous. But, upon closer evaluation, the two people truly love each other and wish to put this event behind them. The problem is that once the charges are filed, the victim may not dismiss the charges, and the case will often proceed even if the victim does not want to prosecute.

The past history of the participants will significantly impact the prosecutor’s decision on whether to file a felony or a misdemeanor. If you are convicted of a felony domestic violence charge, the court may impose significant jail time. In addition, restitution, fines and a counseling class will be ordered. In some cases, the court may issue a restraining order, which prohibits you from having any contact with the victim. Contact also includes indirect contact by friends or others who call the victim on your behalf.

An experienced Los Angeles domestic violence lawyer, who has significant prior experience as a senior District Attorney, can significantly increase the odds of a favorable resolution in these types of charges. In a more serious incident, an attorney may be able to provide facts to the police and prosecutor that may result in the charges being lowered from a felony to a misdemeanor.

For less serious incidents that are charged as misdemeanors, a Los Angeles domestic violence attorney can work at keeping you out of jail or having the charges reduced to a simple misdemeanor, an infraction of disturbing the peace, or having the charges dismissed altogether.

As a felony the punishment is 2, 3, or 4 years in state prison. A misdemeanor is punishable by up to 1 year in county jail. The prosecutor must prove that you willfully inflicted a traumatic injury on another person who is either the spouse, living in partner, parent of your child, or a former partner that in which you once lived. The injury need only be slight.

In order to be punishable as a felony, there must be a prior conviction of this same section. The punishment is 16 months, 2, or 3 years in prison. If there has not been a previous conviction then the case is a misdemeanor, and the sentence is up to 1 year in custody with a minimum amount that is required to be served if there was some physical injury to the victim.

The prosecutor must prove that you knowingly and intentionally violated a valid court order issued by a court in California and that you were served with the order. This crime often occurs in custody disputes when one person goes over to pick up the children and the other person calls the police, or when there is a protective order by the court but the person restrained comes into contact with the other person.

As a misdemeanor, this crime is punishable by up to 1 year in jail. The prosecutor must prove that you used force or violence upon a person with whom you had a relationship. This is often known as a fist flight or bar flight. Merely pushing another person away from you can result in this charge being filed against you.

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Covington, LA 70433
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Louisiana law contains criminal provisions that outlaw domestic violence, and civil provisions that make court-issued protective orders available to victims of domestic violence. The crime of domestic abuse battery carries potential jail time and fines, and violations of domestic violence protective orders may be punished by both civil contempt and criminal penalties.

Domestic violence can include many types of abuse including spousal abuse, family abuse, and dating abuse. Domestic violence can also include emotional abuse as well as physical abuse. Attorneys who assist domestic abuse victims can help you seek a restraining order to keep your abuser away from you. They will also help you understand your legal options and provide insight into how domestic violence issues can affect issues such as child custody and child support.

When looking for help as a victim of abuse, remember to consider how private your computer, Internet, and phone use are. Consider whether there’s anything you can and should do to prevent someone else from learning that you’re doing research or seeking help. Some victims, for instance, might use the same computer or device as the abuser or might have a phone plan that allows the abuser to see the calls they make and receive. Other kinds of technology, like home security cameras and GPS in phones and cars, can also allow for monitoring by the abuser.

Louisiana law also places duties on law enforcement officers who investigate domestic abuse allegations. When an officer has reason to believe domestic abuse has occurred, the law requires that the officer take action under certain circumstances. If the officer believes that a felony has been committed, the officer must arrest the suspect, regardless of whether the offense occurred in the officer’s presence. The officer is not required to have an arrest warrant.

If the officer has reason to believe that the suspect committed a misdemeanor that endangers the victim’s physical safety, the officer must arrest the suspect; however, if there is no impending danger to the victim, the decision of whether to arrest the suspect is in the officer’s discretion.

If you are facing domestic violence charges (or similar criminal charges), you need to get a criminal defense lawyer who understands domestic violence laws in Louisiana on your side immediately. In addition to potential jail time, the possible outcomes for not addressing these allegations quickly could affect the rest of your life.

If you are accused of domestic abuse, you should consult with an attorney. The crime of domestic abuse battery carries serious penalties. Allegations of domestic abuse can also result in a court issuing a protective order against you, which can have far-reaching effects in your life. An attorney will provide important guidance throughout the judicial process while ensuring that your rights are safeguarded.

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For a free initial phone consultation with an experienced Louisiana attorney, call me today at 504-610-5645, or fill out the contact form. I return all messages promptly.

OFFICE LOCATION

1966 N Hwy 190 Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
(504) 610-5645
(844) 272-1106 (fax)