NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Travis Carter, 42, of Metairie, is staring down a potential two-decade prison sentence after being indicted by a Federal Grand Jury on charges of possessing cocaine with the intent to distribute it. The indictment, unsealed November 19, 2021, alleges Carter violated Title 21, United States Code, Sections 841(a)(1) and 841(b)(1)(C).
Federal prosecutors, led by Assistant United States Attorney Ben Myers, are building a case that could land Carter behind bars for up to twenty (20) years. Beyond imprisonment, a conviction could also result in a staggering $1,000,000 fine. The feds aren’t messing around.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans was quick to caution that this indictment is simply an accusation. “The indictment is merely a charging document,” Evans stated, “and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.” The burden is on the prosecution to prove Carter knowingly possessed the cocaine and intended to sell it.
The investigation wasn’t a solo effort. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) took the lead, but they weren’t alone. Detectives from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office and the St. John Parish Sheriff’s Office contributed to the case, suggesting a potentially wider network that authorities are keeping a close eye on.
If Carter is found guilty, his troubles won’t end at the prison gate. He’ll also face at least three (3) years of supervised release after serving his time, and a mandatory $100 special assessment fee – a final kick when he’s already down. The wheels of justice are turning, and Carter’s future hangs in the balance.
Grimy Times will continue to follow this case as it develops, bringing you the unvarnished truth from the Louisiana federal courts. Expect more details as the trial date approaches and evidence is presented. This is just the beginning of what promises to be a messy legal battle.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: Official Source ↗
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