How Can A Lawyer Help If I’m Arrested For A Large Amount Of Drugs In Louisiana?

An experienced criminal defense attorney can first help with the setting of bond or bail in a criminal arrest for drug offenses. If contacted immediately following an arrest the attorney can speak to the judge or magistrate before the bond amount is set. He can provide information like employment information and ties to the community.  He can also when appropriate provide mitigating information.  Next the attorney can immediately begin investigating the case.  He can most importantly began conversations with the district attorney's office prior to any formal charges being filed.  There may be an opportunity to present favorable evidence while the case in under review.  There are different levels of drug violations in Louisiana and there is always discretion.