Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

Felony Drug possession

Charged with felony possession of marijuana(2 joints), ectasy(8), appox. 2 grams of powder cocaine inconnection with a firearm. The drugs were on me and the firearm in my glovebox. I have a clean record; this is my first offense! I'm not a drug dealer, nor abuser. but occasionally use recreationally. What should I expect? Should I hire a private attorney? Or would a court appointed attorney be appropriate for a case like this?


Asked on 11/09/07, 10:11 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Casanave Andrew M. Casanave

Re: Felony Drug possession

Despite what many people think, most Public Defenders are as good as most private lawyers. The main advantage of a private lawyer is the time (s)he can devote to your case.

If you can afford counsel that you are confident in you should retain him so the public defender has more time for his other clients.

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Answered on 11/09/07, 12:40 pm


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