State v. Brown

MAX N. TOBIAS, JR., Judge.

hOn 22 June 2010, the state filed a bill of information charging the defendant, Eugene C. Brown (“Brown”), with possession •with intent to distribute heroin, a violation of La. R.S. 40:966 A. On 24 June 2010, he pleaded not guilty. On 20 August 2010, a hearing on the motions was held; the trial court found probable cause and denied the motion to suppress the evidence. On 12 January 2011, a trial by jury was held. Brown was found guilty of possession of heroin, a violation of La. R.S. 40:966 C. On 18 February 2011, he filed a motion for a new trial that was denied by…