Drunk Driving

Driving under the influence is a serious charge in Louisiana. If you are convicted, you could face a variety of penalties. However, there are certain defenses that could be used in your case. One might be stronger than others depending on the situation. Not given the...

If you've been pulled over and the officer suspects that you're driving under the influence in Louisiana, there's the possibility that you'll be asked to take an alcohol breath test. But how accurate are these tests, really? Can you trust an alcohol breath test? You...

Driving under the influence remains a pervasive problem in Louisiana, and court dockets reflect the many charges filed against DUI defendants. Harsh laws seek to prevent people from taking to the road while intoxicated. Many fear arrests, convictions and subsequent...

A traffic stop can be a stressful experience regardless of when it happens. However, it can be even more stressful if a Louisiana police officer believes that you are under the influence of alcohol. Even if you are eventually cleared of the charge, it's possible that...

Drinking and driving is a serious crime in Louisiana that carries significant penalties. Even if you are charged, the ramifications can be life-changing. These are the laws and some facts about drunk driving in the state. What are Louisiana’s drinking and driving...

If you have recently been arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may be unfamiliar with the legal process. One part of the process that often gets overlooked by people is the optional administrative hearing you can request to...

Everyone knows that having a conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) on your record can have consequences that will follow you for the rest of your life – including lost education opportunities and fewer career prospects. A DWI conviction is serious business,...

When a Louisiana law enforcement officer stops your vehicle and suspects you may be under the influence, he or she may administer a breath test and charge you with driving while intoxicated. A Louisiana DWI conviction means substantial criminal penalties, including...

Louisiana Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) laws state that if an adult motorist has a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more, he or she committed a crime. With that information, if you consume alcohol, you might wonder about the safety of drinking any amount and then...

Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol results in serious legal penalties. Louisiana imposes these charges for blood alcohol content above 0.08% while behind the wheel. Review the state statute for OWI/DWI before facing a court date for this...