Rapides Parish DA’s office wins two convictions

The Rapides Parish District Attorney’s Office announced the end of two cases this week, both resulting in conviction wins for the DA. 

Nydrek Desean Burns was charged with and found guilty of Theft of a Firearm and Illegal Carry of a Weapon with Drugs. Following the conviction, Burns has been sentenced to five years in prison. This case was prosecuted by ADA Gerald Weeks.

Antonio Cortez Love was charged with and found guilt of CDS I with Intent (>2.5 grams) and Firearm Possession by a Felon. Following the conviction, Love has been sentenced to eight years in prison. This case was prosecuted by ADA Charles “Chuck” Johnson.