Murder and homicide crimes are among the most serious crimes that one individual can perform against another, which is why the punishment for such crimes is among the most serious punishment for any crime. First-degree murder convictions often carry the most serious...
Month: October 2015
Am I legally required to take a Breathalyzer test?
If a Louisiana police officer pulls you over because he or she suspects that you are driving drunk, you will likely be required to take some tests designed to determine your level of intoxication. These tests can assess many different aspects, including your reflexes,...
Texas man sentenced for crimes committed decades ago in Louisiana
If you are at all familiar with the concept of a statute of limitations, then you know that after a certain amount of time, it becomes extremely difficult to bring a lawsuit against another person. The criminal statutes of limitations vary by the severity of the crime...
Louisiana woman arrested in connection with fraud scheme
Most people are likely not familiar with fraud, and even if they are, they generally do not fully appreciate just how serious the ramifications of fraud might be. As far as criminal activity goes, fraud may seem relatively light when compared to sexual assault or...
Defending the accused from all aspects of their charges
If you are facing charges of murder or homicide, you are probably well aware of how serious the consequences of a conviction would be. What you may not know is that these consequences can be made even more severe by additional, aggravating factors that may have...
You can defend yourself against drunk driving charges
We have all experienced the momentary panic of seeing a police officer on the road. You are driving along, and then suddenly you see the police car hidden behind a tree or bush; you immediately take your foot off the accelerator. Frantically, you check your speed to...
Louisiana law and cocaine crimes
There are many different types of drug crimes that exist for the laws of any state, ranging from possession, to sale and more. Not only are there many different types of drug crimes, but the penalties for each crime are different for each drug. As such, it can be...
What are Louisiana’s laws regarding indecent exposure?
When most people think of sex crimes, they imagine sexual acts that are performed without the consent of another individual, such as rape or sexual assault. While these are arguably the most common sex crimes and certainly the most severe, it is still important to...