Facing criminal charges can be daunting, not to mention navigating the legal system, especially when it comes to appealing a verdict. Whether you’re seeking to clear your name or reduce your sentence, the appeal process requires careful consideration and the guidance of a skilled criminal defense attorney. If you’re a Louisiana resident in this predicament,…
Getting arrested for drug-related crimes like drug trafficking can lead to serious charges with severe penalties if convicted. This is especially true if the charges are prosecuted in federal court. But when is drug trafficking charged as a federal offense in Louisiana? There are many situations that may make the defendant be charged on a…
In 2017, Gwen’s Law was passed to protect domestic abuse victims like Gwen Salley, who was kidnapped, shot, and killed by her husband, who then shot himself. Her tragic domestic violence case led to the passing of House Bill 1142, otherwise known as “Gwen’s Law.” By enacting Gwen’s Law, courts in Louisiana were required to…
Child pornography cases in Louisiana are not taken lightly. As such, child porn charges in Louisiana carry harsh penalties if the perpetrators get convicted. Nevertheless, before obtaining a conviction verdict, the prosecution must demonstrate that the defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of the crime. There are various potential penalties for possessing child porn…
Rideshares have become a mainstream way to get around. However, what if you’re riding in an Uber or Lyft when your driver is pulled over? Can the police search you, even though you’re simply a passenger in the car? Depending on the circumstances of why the Uber or Lyft driver was pulled over, you may…
Millions of Americans have a criminal record that features a drug conviction. While these individuals often paid for their crimes through incarceration, the imposition of fines, and other court-ordered activities, having a criminal record can cause significant difficulty when an individual is looking for a job. Many employers ask on job applications whether the applicant…
When a person is believed to have operated a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol in Louisiana, they can either be charged with a driving under the influence (DUI) or a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge. While these charges mean different things in some states, they are identical charges here and can carry significant consequences…
The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution grants people the right to have a reasonable expectation of privacy when in their homes or with their personal belongings. However, when the police are investigating a sex crime such as possession of child pornography, molestation of a juvenile, sex trafficking, or other prohibited sexual contact, they can obtain…
When someone is convicted of drug charges, there are often immediate impacts, such as incarceration, fines, community service, and probation requirements. However, many people do not realize that there are long-lasting consequences of the conviction as well. Convictions can make it difficult to obtain housing and employment. However, drug convictions can no longer impact a…
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious offense in Louisiana. In Louisiana, an officer may stop you if they have probable cause to believe you’re operating a vehicle under the influence. They may then ask you to submit to a field sobriety test, which determines whether you’re impaired and the level…