Many people may assume that they are not at risk of getting a DUI if they are in the passenger seat. However, it is still illegal for a passenger to drink in a vehicle. While passengers typically will not be charged with a DUI, they could be charged with violating Lousiana’s open container laws if…
Having a warrant for your arrest can be stressful and frightening, mainly because the arrest could happen at any time. If you have an arrest warrant in Louisiana, you may be wondering if it is in your best interest to turn yourself into the police as a sign of good faith and cooperation. However, it…
Social media sites and apps like Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok, and Instagram are great for personal expression as well as connecting with friends and family. However, it is essential to remember that nothing you post online is private. Investigators may dig through your social media history to confirm an alibi or look for incriminating information if…
Being charged with a felony-level offense can be an incredibly harrowing and stressful experience. The sentences for convicted felons in Louisiana can be severe and include heavy fines, lengthy prison sentences, and in some cases, the death penalty. While these penalties can drastically alter a person’s life, many individuals convicted of felonies suffer lasting consequences…
A drug possession or trafficking conviction can significantly impact your life for years after your initial sentence. Depending on the severity of the crime and the factors of your case, you could be charged with a felony-level offense. Louisiana is especially tough on drug crimes, and those convicted could face extended prison sentences with hard…
Being arrested on manslaughter charges can be extremely challenging and frightening. As a homicide charge, manslaughter is one of the most severe crimes a person in Louisiana can face, and individuals convicted of manslaughter could spend the rest of their lives doing hard labor behind bars. Fortunately, if you face manslaughter charges in Louisiana, you…
While many Louisianians may be familiar with the 1992 film “Double Jeopardy” shot in New Orleans, they may not know how the rule works in criminal law. Double jeopardy is a right guaranteed to all Americans under the fifth amendment of the U.S. constitution. This right prevents an individual from being tried for the same…
If a person is convicted of murder in Louisiana, they could be facing life in prison or even the death penalty. However, it is possible to be charged with murder without ever intending to kill another person. If someone is killed while someone is carrying out a felony, the person who committed the crime could…
In Louisiana, homicide charges are the most severe charges a person can face. Louisiana supports capital punishment, and those convicted of first-degree murder can face the death penalty. Certain circumstances, such as the killing of a police officer or murders involving financial gain or hate crimes, can elevate first-degree murder to capital murder, which may…
Illegal drug use in the United States is an ongoing problem, and sadly children and teens are no exception in the devastating statistics. Between 2016 and 2020, drug use went up by 61% among eighth-graders, and it is estimated that 50% of teenagers have misused drugs at least once. With such a prevalence among teens…