Drug Charges

Drug and alcohol-related charges have the potential to create significant long-term consequences for many individuals. Students and other residents of the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area facing drug or drunk driving charges must fully understand their rights under the law...

Baton Rouge has a drug court program designed to help offenders who struggle with substance use disorder. The 19th Judicial District Court Adult Drug Court strives to provide court-supervised recovery and prevent future involvement in the criminal justice system....

Louisiana categorizes illegal drugs in Schedules from I to V based on their potential for harm. The penalties for possession of these controlled substances vary based on the specific drug, the amount and other factors.  Review the legal consequences for Louisiana drug...

From LSU to Loyola University, Louisiana has some excellent colleges for students to obtain four-year degrees. With annual tuition regularly costing tens of thousands of dollars, though, students often need financial aid to turn their academic dreams into reality. If...

While people create some objects specifically for drug-related activities such as growing, transporting, compounding, injecting or inhaling controlled substances, other objects that may perform these same functions also have legal uses. Drug paraphernalia is illegal,...

Cocaine represents one of Louisiana’s most heavily trafficked illegal drugs. Having fought this problem for years, Louisiana law provides for serious penalties if convicted of possessing, selling or trafficking in cocaine.  Keep in mind that federal law also prohibits...

Controlled substance use is a constant focus for law enforcement. They keep an eye out for those distributing drugs, using them and bringing them into the area. With help from the federal government, local agencies seek to stay on top of drug issues in communities. ...

Many people across Louisiana struggle with substance abuse. If you are among them, you may feel as if you lack the tools and guidance necessary to overcome your disorder and move forward with your life. You may, too, find that your substance abuse disorder has...

Louisiana imposes harsh penalties for possession and distribution of controlled substances. The consequences for these convictions depend on the type and amount of substance and other factors.  Before facing a court date for this type of crime, learn more about...