Louisiana residents who are facing serious criminal charges can feel overwhelmed. A serious charge such as murder can change a life forever. In Louisiana, like many other states in the United States, there is a three-strike law for those who have been convicted of a violent felony like murder or manslaughter.
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What are the factors that affect a person's BAC?
Drunk driving is a serious offense in Louisiana. Most drivers understand how dangerous driving after drinking can be for both themselves and others on the road. But sometimes mistakes happen and a driver may be facing an unexpected drunk driving charge.
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The False Claims Act and health care fraud
Health care fraud is a category of crime involving false claims made for insurance or health benefits. The U.S. government has estimated that health care fraud costs taxpayers up to $100 billion a year. The government seeks to prevent and penalize this type of fraud through a statute known as the False Claims Act.
Drug charges do not always result in a conviction
When thinking about illicit drugs and the effect they can have on a person's life, the consequences can get serious fairly quickly. Besides a person's health and family life, there could potentially be legal consequences if a person is arrested and charged with a crime. However, notice that these are all potential consequences. Not all drug charges end in a conviction for those crimes alleged.
What is the Louisiana ignition interlock device law?
Being pulled over for a DUI in Baton Rouge is a nerve-wracking occasion. A driver can feel nervous, scared and unsure of what to do. A person who is convicted of drunk driving can face various penalties, with one of them having an ignition interlock device installed in their car.