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Case Results

At Sudduth & Associates, LLC, we combine our passion for helping people, our intimate understanding of the law, and the most advanced technology to develop innovative strategies for those facing legal issues. Using this approach, our Lake Charles attorneys have achieved successes for past clients. Read below to learn more about some of our victories. To get 100 years of combined experience on your side, call us at (337) 282-9003 or contact us online today.

  • Reduced to Misdemeanor
    Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance

    Client was arrested after traffic stop resulted in search and seizure of illegal drugs in the vehicle and arguably in possession of our client.

    Outcome: Charge was reduced to misdemeanor; our client was allowed to receive credit for time already served since the arrest and was immediately released from incarceration upon the entry of a plea. Furthermore, case was deferred under sentencing provision (Article 894) allowing for expungement.

  • Charges Dismissed
    DWI and Failure to Register as a Sex Offender

    Charge: DWI (LSA R.S. 14:98), Failure to Register as a Sex Offender (LSA R.S. 15:542.1.4(A)(1) and a Probation Violation in a separate parish for Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile

    Case Description: Client was arrested in Calcasieu Parish on a long list of charges, the most notable of which were DWI and Failing to Register as a Sex Offender. The sex offense stemmed from a charge that our client pled to back in 2011 (prior to hiring our firm) and so our client was facing revocation for failing to register and potentially seven (7) years in jail in addition to the new charges obtained in Calcasieu parish.

    Outcome: We were able to get all of the Calcasieu parish charges dismissed completely and then turned our attention to the probation violation. Ultimately, the probation violation was passed without date and finally dismissed. Our client continued on probation to a successful conclusion.

  • Reduced to Illegal Carrying of Weapon
    Attempted Second Degree Murder

    Client was charged with Attempted Second-Degree Murder when she had a confrontation with her boyfriend. We effectively fought to get this case dismissed during the client’s bond reduction hearing and arraignment.

    Outcome: Case reduced to Illegal Carrying of Weapon and Simple Criminal Damage to Property.

  • Drug Possession Charges Dismissed
    Possession of CDS II and Possession of Marijuana

    Client was charged with several felony and misdemeanor charges when police raided a house party. We effectively fought to get this case dismissed on the eve of trial.

    Outcome: Drug possession charges (felony and misdemeanor) are dismissed. Client plead to amended charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

  • Charges Dismissed
    DWI 3rd Offense, Hit and Run, and Possession of Marijuana

    Client was charged with Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated (3rd Offense) and Possession of Marijuana after leaving the casino and subsequently hitting another vehicle with his car. We effectively fought to get this case drastically reduced on the eve of trial.

    Outcome: Client plead to DWI 1st Offense. All companion charges were dismissed.

  • Case Dismissed
    Domestic Abuse Battery w/ Child Endangerment

    Client is a decorated military service member that was accused of these charges in part because of a larger family/domestic dispute over custody issues. The matter was ultimately dismissed by the prosecution and the client's record was kept clean.