Bossier Parish Criminal Defense Attorney

Bossier Parish sits directly across the Red River from Shreveport and is one of the fastest-growing areas in Northwest Louisiana. Home to Bossier City, Barksdale Air Force Base, and a rapidly expanding residential and commercial base, Bossier Parish has its own distinct court system, its own district attorney’s office, and its own approach to criminal prosecution. If you are facing criminal charges in Bossier Parish, you need an attorney who understands this jurisdiction and how cases are handled here.

I have represented clients in Bossier Parish courts throughout my more than 30 years of criminal defense practice in Northwest Louisiana. Whether your case involves a DWI arrest on Bossier City streets, drug charges in the parish, or a more serious felony matter, I am ready to build the strongest possible defense on your behalf.

Cities And Communities I Serve Throughout Bossier Parish

I represent clients facing criminal charges throughout all of Bossier Parish including:

The Bossier Parish Court System

Criminal cases in Bossier Parish are heard in the 26th Judicial District Court. Bossier Parish shares the 26th Judicial District with Webster Parish, and cases are prosecuted by the Bossier Parish District Attorney’s office. Misdemeanor matters may also be heard in Bossier City Court. Understanding the specific procedures, tendencies, and personnel in Bossier Parish courts is something that only comes from years of practicing here — and that is exactly the kind of local knowledge I bring to every Bossier Parish case I take.

Criminal Charges I Defend In Bossier Parish

From my Shreveport office, I defend clients in Bossier Parish against the full range of criminal charges including:

• DWI and DUI — first offense, second offense, and felony DWI
• Drug violations — possession, distribution, and prescription drug charges
• Felony charges and misdemeanor charges
• Assault and battery
• Theft, burglary, and property crimes
• Weapons charges and Second Amendment cases
• Probation violations
• Expungements
• Fraud and white-collar crimes

Common Questions About Criminal Cases In Bossier Parish

Where is the Bossier Parish courthouse located?

The Bossier Parish Courthouse is located at 204 Burt Boulevard in Benton, Louisiana — the parish seat of Bossier Parish. The 26th Judicial District Court hears both felony and misdemeanor criminal matters for Bossier Parish at this location.

Who prosecutes criminal cases in Bossier Parish?

The Bossier Parish District Attorney’s office prosecutes criminal cases in Bossier Parish. Cases are heard in the 26th Judicial District Court, which Bossier Parish shares with Webster Parish.

How quickly should I contact an attorney after an arrest in Bossier Parish?

Immediately. The 30-day window to contest a DWI license suspension begins the day of your arrest. Evidence can disappear quickly and anything you say to law enforcement before speaking with an attorney can be used against you. The sooner I am involved, the more options we will have.

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Contact A.J. Hodges, IV About Your Bossier Parish Criminal Case

Call 318-990-1089 to reach my Shreveport office. You can also contact me online. I am ready to fight for you in Bossier Parish courts with the same aggression and dedication I bring to every case.