Whether you’re under investigation by federal or state authorities, our criminal defense lawyers will vigorously defend your rights and liberty. Our attorneys are familiar with the ins and outs of federal law, but we also specialize in state level prosecutions — including all types of violent crimes, property crime, traffic offenses, drug charges and homicide.
A convicted felony in Louisiana can lead to long incarceration and severe fines. Misdemeanors, on the other hand, are less serious and include things like speeding or petty theft with penalties that usually don’t exceed one year in jail. When it comes to murder and other violent crimes, a conviction can have life-altering effects. That’s why it’s important to seek a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer to help reduce or dismiss your charge as soon as possible.
We can help you get into a treatment program, avoid jail time and have your charge dismissed by arguing that there is insufficient evidence for a conviction or that you did not commit the crime. We also have experience fighting trespass charges and can argue that the property did not belong to you, that it was public or that you had a right to be there.
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Lake Charles, it’s crucial to contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Even a misdemeanor conviction can have serious consequences. The Johnson Firm will investigate your case and help you understand your legal options. We will file motions to obtain all available evidence such as physical evidence (items that can be seen and/or touched) and testimonial evidence (statements by witnesses and law enforcement officers). louisiana criminal defense lawyer