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Covington • St. Tammany Parish
Criminal Defense Attorney in Covington & St. Tammany Parish
When a criminal charge puts your freedom, license, job or family at risk, you should know who is handling your case. Work directly with Ernest J. Bauer Jr., a Louisiana criminal-defense attorney focused on practical answers, responsive communication and serious defense.
Louisiana-licensed since 2001
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Arrested while traveling through Louisiana? Call to discuss the Louisiana charge even if you live out of state.
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1933 N Hwy 190, Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
Covington, LA 70433
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When you hire Ernest, you work with Ernest.
You are not hiring a billboard, a call center or a giant intake department. Ernest’s existing client feedback repeatedly points to the same things: fast responses, plain-language explanations, personal attention and a lawyer who does not make people feel like a case number.
His practice materials say he focuses on criminal defense and that he returns messages promptly. Public attorney records list him as licensed in Louisiana since 2001. He has also appeared in public records as counsel in serious criminal matters, including major felony and drug cases.
Straight answers about what comes next
Local St. Tammany / 22nd JDC familiarity
One attorney personally accountable for the case
Respectful, non-judgmental communication
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Ernest J. Bauer Jr.
Louisiana Criminal Defense Attorney
Since
2001
Our Criminal Defense
Find help for the charge you're facing.
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Drug Charge Defense
A drug charge deserves a careful look at the facts.
Contact Ernest Bauer in Covington to discuss a Louisiana drug charge, including possession, distribution or related firearm allegations.
High-Intent Drug Defense
Facing a serious drug charge in St. Tammany Parish?
Drug cases can start with a traffic stop, a vehicle search, a home search, an arrest connected to another person, or allegations based on quantity and packaging. The legal questions are rarely as simple as “what was found.”
Methamphetamine
Cocaine / crack
Fentanyl
Marijuana
Prescription drugs
Possession
Possession with intent
Distribution / trafficking
Drug + firearm allegations
Vehicle stops and interstate cases
Northshore criminal cases frequently involve drivers moving through the I-12, I-10 and I-59 corridors. If a Louisiana stop leads to a drug or firearm charge, a defense review may examine why the vehicle was stopped, whether the search was lawful, who had access to the location where evidence was found, statements made at the scene and how the state intends to prove possession or intent.
Live outside Louisiana?
People arrested while traveling through
Louisiana may still need a Louisiana defense
lawyer for the Louisiana case. Ernest’s office
is in Covington, near the St. Tammany
criminal courts.
DWI / DUI Defense
A DWI can create two problems at once.
A Louisiana DWI arrest can raise both criminal-court and driver’s-license issues. The smartest first move is not to guess from old penalty charts online. It is to identify what happened, what paperwork you received, and which deadlines apply to your case.
Ernest’s existing DWI practice page emphasizes reviewing probable cause, evidence collection, breath testing, field sobriety testing and driver’s-license issues. Because DWI law changes, the rebuilt service page should be verified against current Louisiana statutes and OMV procedure before publishing specific penalties.
Deadlines can matter.
Court proceedings and driver’s-license
procedure may follow different tracks.
What happens next
Three issues to review early
License issues
Chemical-test and license
consequences may involve
separate administrative
procedure.
Defense review
Traffic stop, testing, video,
statements and prior history
can all matter.
Serious Felony Defense
The more serious the accusation, the earlier the defense should start.
Ernest’s practice is not limited to low-level tickets. Public records identify him as defense counsel in major criminal matters. The homepage can establish that seriousness without turning the firm into a crime-show caricature.
Murder / homicide allegations
Aggravated battery
Robbery & violent felonies
Drug distribution
Firearm offenses
Felony probation violations
Why People Call Ernest
Serious defense without the giant-firm machinery.
Focused representation, direct communication and practical guidance when the stakes are high.
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St. Tammany Parish
Covington, Louisiana
Local Court Authority
Criminal cases in St. Tammany Parish.
The 22nd Judicial District Court has original jurisdiction over civil and criminal matters in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. Its St. Tammany Parish Justice Center is at 701 N. Columbia Street in Covington, only a short drive from Ernest’s office.
For people facing arrest, court, probation, DWI or felony charges, the redesigned site should make the local process easier to understand instead of forcing visitors to hunt through a generic “Quick Links” list.
Northshore Service Area
Serving Covington And The Northshore
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Covington
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St. Tammany Parish
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Secondary Growth Practice
Injured in an accident?
Personal injury gets a real path on the site, but it does not hijack the homepage’s criminal-defense identity. Ernest’s current website already publishes car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, motor-vehicle and spinal-cord injury pages. Those can be rebuilt as a separate growth cluster after the criminal foundation is stabilized.
For the homepage, the message is simple: if another driver’s negligence injured you, call to discuss whether the firm can help. Do not use giant-settlement claims or “no fee unless we win” language unless Ernest confirms the current fee arrangement.
Accident & Injury
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Covington, Louisiana
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Client Feedback
What clients repeatedly say about Ernest.
These are short excerpts from existing public reviews. Production should use a dynamic or regularly audited review source so ratings and excerpts do not go stale.
“The most responsive attorney I have ever dealt with.”
“Does not judge and is kind and courteous.”
“Treated me with respect and compassion.”
What Happens Next
A simple three-step start.
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First contact
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Tell the office what happened, where the case is, and whether there is an urgent court, bond, license or probation issue.
Start the conversation
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Understand
Discuss the charge
Ernest can identify the immediate questions, explain the next procedural step and tell you what information to preserve.
Clarify what comes next
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Defense
Build the defense
If the firm accepts the matter, the defense can focus on the facts, the law, police procedure, evidence and the client’s priorities.
Focus on the defense
Criminal-defense questions people ask before they call.
Straightforward answers to common questions about arrests, charges, court proceedings and getting criminal-defense counsel involved.
01 What should I do after being arrested in St. Tammany Parish?
Use your right to remain silent, avoid discussing the facts with anyone other than your lawyer, keep your paperwork, and contact criminal-defense counsel promptly. Early review can matter for bond, evidence, license issues and case strategy.
02 Should I talk to police without a lawyer?
You generally have the right to remain silent and to ask for a lawyer. Every situation is different, so get advice about your specific circumstances before giving a detailed statement.
03 How quickly should I contact a criminal-defense attorney?
As soon as practical. Some matters involve deadlines before the first court date, and early representation gives counsel more time to preserve evidence, review police conduct and prepare for bond or court proceedings.
04 What happens after a DWI arrest in Louisiana?
A DWI can involve both the criminal case and separate driver’s-license issues. Deadlines may apply to administrative rights, so do not assume your first court date is the first deadline that matters.
05 Does Ernest handle serious felony charges?
Ernest’s practice is focused on criminal defense, including serious felony matters. Public records also identify him as defense counsel in significant criminal cases. Call to discuss the exact charge and court.
06 Does Ernest handle drug possession and distribution cases?
Yes. The firm’s existing practice materials include possession, drug sales and distribution-related allegations involving substances such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine and prescription drugs.
07 What if drugs were found in my vehicle?
Location alone does not answer who legally possessed an item. A defense review may examine ownership, access, statements, the stop, the search and how evidence was collected.
08 Can I be charged if the drugs were not mine?
A charge can still be filed based on the facts police believe they have. Whether the state can prove possession is a different question and depends on the evidence.
09 Does Ernest handle probation or parole violations?
Yes. The firm represents people facing probation or parole issues, including alleged technical violations and new criminal charges.
10 Does the office serve Spanish-speaking clients?
Yes. Se Habla Español. Spanish-speaking clients can call the office at 504-610-5645 to discuss criminal-defense concerns.
11 Does Ernest handle personal-injury cases?
The firm currently publishes personal-injury and motor-vehicle accident services. Criminal defense remains the primary focus of this homepage, with injury services available as a secondary practice area.
12 Where is Ernest Bauer’s office?
The office is at 1966 N Hwy 190, Suite A, Covington, Louisiana 70433. Call 504-610-5645 before visiting if you need immediate help or want to confirm availability.
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Covington Office
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Office Address
1966 N Hwy 190 Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
Covington, LA 70433
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(504) 610-5645
Email
ernie@ernestbauerlaw.com
Se Habla Español
Spanish-speaking clients can call the office directly.
Initial phone consultation information and availability should be confirmed with the office when scheduling.
1966 N Hwy 190 Suite A
Covington, LA 70433
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The charge is serious. Your next call matters.
Work directly with Ernest Bauer from a Covington office focused on criminal defense across St. Tammany and the Northshore.
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