Murder is known as one of the most serious charges an individual could face. A homicide allegation does not only tarnish a person's reputation, but it also places that in a situation where they could face harsh penalties if a conviction results. Therefore, it is...
Baton Rouge Criminal Defense Law Blog
What are police looking for when they suspect someone of DUI?
A police officer must have reasonable suspicion to pull you over for suspected DUI, and to arrest you, the officer must have probable cause. Reasonable suspicion is typically established when an officer sees a driver violate one or more rules of the road. Probable...
Understanding the different degrees of murder
Facing a murder charge, no matter which way you look at it, is a serious situation. However, because there are different degrees of murder, it is important to understand what this means in terms of criminal elements and potential consequences. This could also give a...
Taking an aggressive approach against DUI allegations
No one enjoys facing traffic violations. While these are typically minor offenses, they still have the ability to impact your personal life and cause you to endure fines and other penalties. However, when a motorist is accused of drunk driving, he or she will likely...
Passenger of vehicle faces 12 drug charges
Traffic stops can be the source of drug charges. In fact, it is not only the driver of an automobile that could face allegations of a drug crime. Anyone traveling in the vehicle could endure the consequences of a drug crime; however, anyone accused of such a crime has...
What you say before your Miranda rights are read may incriminate you
You may have grown up in Louisiana watching cop shows on television like most kids did. In nearly every episode, you likely heard a police officer reading a criminal suspect his or her Miranda rights. Loud background music probably played to give the show a climactic...
The penalties for federal drug trafficking charges
When it comes to drug crimes, there are a lot of misunderstandings and misconceptions. A drug charge type is dependent on the type of controlled substance the accused offender is in possession of and whether or not another act took place with the supposed controlled...
Asserting a strategic defense against white collar crimes
Not all crimes involve drugs, weapons and violence. Some could occur in the workplace, making it difficult for some to view these crimes as serious. Nonetheless, white collar crimes can have severe repercussions. This is especially true if the supposed crime occurred...
What is drug trafficking?
Drug crimes can come in a wide variety of forms. For most Louisiana residents, when they hear drug crime, they likely think of drug dealing or drug possession charges. While these are both common types of drug charges, this does not mean they are minor criminal...
Understanding drug diversion programs
Being accused of a drug crime could mean facing harsh penalties. This is the hardest part of dealing with these allegations; facing the possible consequences if a conviction is reached. However, depending on the circumstances, defendants have options regarding...
