When a law enforcement officer finds drugs in your possession, your charges depend on a number of factors. The classification and the amount of the drug pave the way for how a court proceeds. One of the heftiest charges the court may levy against you is trafficking....
Baton Rouge Criminal Defense Law Blog
Factors that can make a DWI charge more severe in Louisiana
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,...
Contractor fraud task force investigates fraud complaints
Whenever a big storm hits, it leaves a lot of work for contractors to do in its wake. Unfortunately, unscrupulous individuals tend to follow disasters, just looking for homeowners and insurance companies to take advantage of. The Contractor Fraud Response Team is...
Pending drug charges may impact career and education
Drug and alcohol-related charges have the potential to create significant long-term consequences for many individuals. Students and other residents of the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area facing drug or drunk driving charges must fully understand their rights under the law...
Can you accidentally commit wire fraud?
Title 18 of the United States Code, the part of federal law the deals with most criminal matters, is long. In its pages, you are likely to find criminal offenses ranging from embezzlement to murder. One offense, wire fraud, may be easier to commit than you realize. ...
The lasting consequences of college crimes
Crimes committed during college years can have an impact that lasts far beyond a four-year term. In some cases, drug crimes, assault, DWI and other criminal charges can result in: Expulsion or suspension from school: The institution's disciplinary board has the power...
Do you qualify for drug court in Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge has a drug court program designed to help offenders who struggle with substance use disorder. The 19th Judicial District Court Adult Drug Court strives to provide court-supervised recovery and prevent future involvement in the criminal justice system....
How much does a Louisiana DWI affect auto insurance rates?
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...
Penalties for Louisiana drug crimes
Louisiana categorizes illegal drugs in Schedules from I to V based on their potential for harm. The penalties for possession of these controlled substances vary based on the specific drug, the amount and other factors. Review the legal consequences for Louisiana drug...
3 types of fraud after a natural disaster
After a natural disaster tears through an area, the destruction can be massive. With that said, destroyed buildings and bodily injuries are not the only damages that occur. When there is a hurricane or flood, it often leaves people vulnerable or desperate, and as a...