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United States of America v. Luis Morales

Date: 08-14-2026

Case Number: 2:23-cr-00225

Judge: Carl J. Barbier

Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District Louisiana (Orleans Parish)

Plaintiff's Attorney: David Berman

Defendant's Attorney:

Description:
New Orleans, Louisiana, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with

DISTRIBUTION OF METHAMPHETAMINE, ITS SALTS, ISOMERS, AND SALTS OF ITS ISOMERS, A SCHEDULE II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE in violation of 21:841(a)(1) AND 841(b)(1)(B)

Luis Morales, age 36, sold methamphetamine to individuals he believed to be legitimate buyers on three separate occasions. In total, MORALES distributed more than 120 grams of methamphetamine that was between 96%-99% pure. MORALES also sold to the individuals he believed to be legitimate buyers, a firearm.

The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Louisiana State Police, and the New Orleans Police Department.
Outcome:
The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 66 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release, along with a $300 special assessment.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Luis Morales?

The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 66 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release, along with a $300 special assessment.

Which court heard United States of America v. Luis Morales?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District Louisiana (Orleans Parish), LA. The presiding judge was Carl J. Barbier.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Luis Morales?

Plaintiff's attorney: David Berman. Defendant's attorney: .

When was United States of America v. Luis Morales decided?

This case was decided on August 14, 2026.