Julie C. Tizzard
Criminal Defense Attorney New Orleans
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Criminal Defense New Orleans

HIRE A CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY

Generally, the sooner a criminal defense lawyer is brought into a criminal case or investigation, the better the results are for the client. Do not wait until your charges are accepted! You have a right to an attorney throughout the entire process. When it comes to criminal cases, an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney can mean the difference between a prison sentence and reduced or dismissed charges.

For the best criminal defense New Orleans has to offer, contact the law offices of Julie C. Tizzard. The lawyers of Julie C.Tizzard are well respected among New Orleans criminal defense attorneys. They are known as aggressive, ethical, New Orleans criminal lawyers, who fight for their clients rights and protect them every step of the way.

The Law Offices of Julie C. Tizzard are dedicated to defending the rights of the accused and our criminal defense attorneys are committed to the presumption of innocence. Even in a misdemeanor case, a good criminal defense attorney can make a serious impact on the outcome of the case by ensuring that the rights of the accused are protected throughout the entire process. For these and other reasons, it is essential that those accused of a crime select the most competent, experienced and effective attorney. Julie C. Tizzard will personally return your phone calls promptly and explain the legal process and the options available.

We handle all types of criminal cases including:

FEDERAL CRIMES:     

White Collar Offenses          
Criminal Appeals                              
Fraud (Bank, Wire, Mail)    
Money Laundering                           
Drug Trafficking                              
Immigration Offenses          
Conspiracy Offenses Fraud
Internet Crimes                                 
Federal Investigations           
(DEA, FBI, etc.)                                
Habeas Corpus                     

STATE CRIMES:


White Collar Offenses
Criminal Appeals
Drug Cases
Aggravated Assault
Sexual Assault
Murder
Driving While Intoxicated
Negligent Homicide
Grand Jury 
Investigations
Habeas Corpus

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

New Orleans Criminal Defense Attorney, Julie C. Tizzard, is a highly coveted New Orleans Criminal Lawyer that people trust to protect their interests through every phase of the criminal process

  • FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE

    WHAT IS A “FEDERAL” CASE?

    You are charged with a federal crime. That means either (1) a crime that violates a law passed by Congress for the whole country, or (2) a crime that happened on property owned by the United States government, like a military base. Federal court is very different from state court.

    WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

    Hire an attorney immediately! You are entitled to a vigorous criminal defense New Orleans. New Orleans criminal defense attorney, Julie C. Tizzard, can help and will stand by you throughout the entire process to protect your rights. Additionally, Julie C. Tizzard, a recently appointed Federal Justice Act Panel Attorney, has a federal appellate practice unrivaled by most New Orleans criminal lawyers.

    Remember:

    Do not discuss your case with anyone except your attorney. Everything you say to your lawyer is completely confidential. Do not discuss your case with any law enforcement officers. If they try to talk to you, tell them that you want your lawyer there.

    Do not discuss your case with other inmates, including your cell mate, in any language. The jails are full of snitches. Anything you say could be used against you. Do not discuss the case with friends or family, in any language. Jail phone calls and social visits may be recorded. Other people can be forced to testify about what you say to them. Your own lawyer, and people working for him or her, is the only ones you should talk to about your case.

    Do not believe what you hear from other inmates about what might happen to you. Some jail inmates are not federal prisoners, and do not know about federal cases. Even among federal prisoners, there are many false rumors about sentencing deals and other matters. Your lawyer will have accurate information.

  • THE FEDERAL SYSTEM

    JAIL:

    As a federal prisoner, you are in the custody of the United States Marshals. You will probably be held at one of the parish prisons for Orleans, Tangipahoa, St. Bernard, or St. Tammany Parishes. If you have problems at the jail, let us know and we will ask the Marshals to look into it.

    COURT:
     
    Your case will be heard in the United States District Court. The courthouse is located at 500 Poydras Street, New Orleans, in the building adjacent to ours. If you are out of custody, NEVER miss a court appearance or arrive late for court. If you have a problem with a date, talk to your attorney ahead of time. You can give up your right to come to many court hearings, but you must file a written waiver with the court to do so. You should be appropriately dressed for court as you will want to make a good impression.
     
    BAIL:
     
    As a federal prisoner, you will NOT have bail automatically set. There will be a detention hearing, at which the judge will decide whether to release you or keep you in jail for now. If you are detained, you will probably be held at one of the parish prisons for Orleans, Tangipahoa, St. Bernard, or St. Tammany Parishes. You will get credit for time served if you are later convicted, unless you are serving another sentence when you are detained on your federal charge.
     
    PLEA BARGAINS:
     
    In federal court, judges are not involved in plea negotiations. A plea bargain is an agreement between you and the prosecutor: you agree to plead guilty, and the prosecutor agrees to drop charges or recommend something you want at sentencing. If there is an agreement, the judge will not approve it ahead of time, and may not even know about it in advance. In most cases, the judge does not have to follow the deal. If he does not follow the deal, you are usually NOT allowed to withdraw your plea.
     
    SENTENCING:
     
    Federal sentences are very different from state sentences, even for the same conduct. Congress decides maximum and sometimes minimum sentences for federal crimes. These are completely different from state court penalties. Federal judges must follow complicated rules called the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. Your lawyer will explain how the Guidelines apply to your case.

    How you serve a sentence is also different in federal custody. There is no parole. If you are sentenced to federal prison, you will serve at least 85% of your sentence. There is no good time credit for sentences of one year or less.

  • STAGES OF A FEDERAL CASE
    • Initial appearance and arraignment
    • Detention hearing
    • Discovery and investigation
    • Motions
    • Plea negotiations and change of plea
    • Trial
    • Sentencing
    • Violations of probation or supervised release
    • Appeals and other post-conviction relief

    INITIAL APPEARANCE:

    Soon after your arrest, you will be brought before a U.S. magistrate judge. The magistrate judge will make sure you are the person named in the complaint or arrest warrant. He will tell you of the charges against you, and explain your rights.

    PRETRIAL SERVICES:

    A Pretrial Services Officer will ask to interview you before your initial appearance. This person works for the court, and wants to get information about you so he or she can make a recommendation about whether you should be held in jail or released until your trial. If you talk to a Pretrial Services Officer before you see a lawyer, do not discuss the charges against you or any other illegal activity — what you say will be used against you. Both the judge and the prosecutor will see the Pretrial Services report.

    DETENTION OR RELEASE:

    After a hearing, the magistrate judge will decide whether to keep you in jail until your trial, or let you post bail, or release you on other conditions. Sometimes this decision is made at the initial appearance, but sometimes the lawyer asks that a separate detention hearing be held a few days later. This gives the lawyer and defense investigator time to develop a strong case for release.

    ARRAIGNMENT:

    At arraignment you will be formally notified of the charges against you. Either before the initial appearance or shortly after, the prosecutor will get an indictment from the grand jury. An indictment is a formal document that charges you with one or more federal crimes. These charges will be read to you at the arraignment, and you will be asked to enter a plea.

    In almost all cases, you will plead “not guilty” and request a jury trial. You will have the chance to change your plea later, if you and your attorney decide that is best for you. A guilty plea gives up many important rights, and you should not do that until your attorney has been able to review all the evidence. A “not guilty” plea gives your legal team the chance to investigate and see if the case against you is any good. It preserves all your rights.

    PLEA NEGOTIATIONS:

    Before your case goes to trial, your attorney may try to negotiate a plea agreement with the prosecutor. Your attorney will not make any deals for you without your permission. But he or she will find out what kind of an offer the prosecutor is willing to make in your case. Then you can decide what to do, with your attorney’s advice.

    Sometimes defendants cooperate with the government as part of a deal. Ask your lawyer if you have questions.

    TRIAL:

    In General

    The U.S. Constitution guarantees you the right to a trial by jury, except in some misdemeanor cases. The trial date will usually be set when you are arraigned, but in almost every federal case this date is rescheduled. Federal trials can be complicated, and you must help your attorney and other members of your legal team with anything that they ask you. Your attorney has a lot of experience with trials. Some decisions, like whether to testify, are yours to make after advice from your attorney. Other decisions, involving legal strategy and the way that your case should be presented, are for your attorney to make. You will be kept informed about these decisions.

    It is the prosecutor’s job at a trial to prove that you are guilty. It is not your job to prove you are innocent. If the prosecutor does not prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt, you must be found not guilty.

    SENTENCING:

    The U.S. Sentencing Guildelines

    Whether you plead guilty or are found guilty after a trial, you will be sentenced about 10-11 weeks later. Your sentence will be determined by the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines. The Guidelines are an advisory set of rules for all federal sentences. Your attorney will review your Guidelines with you, to show you how these rules apply to your case.

    APPEALS AND OTHER POST-CONVICTION RELIEF:

    Right To Appeal

    In general, you have a right to appeal your conviction and/or your sentence. You need to file a notice of appeal within 10 days of the judgment against you. Your appeal will be decided by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans, LA.

    OTHER POST-CONVICTION RELIEF:

    Just as state prisoners can file habeas corpus petitions, federal prisoners can file “motions attacking the sentence” under 28 U.S.C. §2255. A §2255 motion usually comes after an appeal, and usually claims that your constitutional rights were violated.

FEDERAL CRIMES:

  • White Collar Offenses
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Fraud (Bank, Wire, Mail)
  • Money Laundering
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Immigration Offenses
  • Conspiracy Offenses Fraud
  • Internet Crimes
  • Federal Investigations
  • (DEA, FBI, etc.)
  • Habeas Corpus

STATE CRIMES:

  • White Collar Offenses
  • Criminal Appeals
  • Drug Cases
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Sexual Assault
  • Murder
  • Driving While Intoxicated
  • Negligent Homicide
  • Grand Jury
  • Investigations
  • Habeas Corpus

Contact Detail

Julie C. Tizzard
700 Camp Street, Suite 101
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
United States

Tel: +1.504.529.3774
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