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Murder of any kind is an extremely serious criminal offense, but in the eyes of the law, the circumstances under which a murder was committed, and the factors that played a role in the murder can make some murders more serious than others. The most serious type of...
Too many Louisiana residents forget that they have rights, and that they are innocent until proven guilty. This is important to remember for all crimes, but it's arguably most important when it comes to drug crimes for two reasons. First, police have very specific...
Among the most notorious crimes is Driving While Intoxicated. A great deal of the public stigma that surrounds DWI charges is the idea that those who choose to drive drunk are taking a risk with other people's lives, and that their irresponsibility could be fatal for...
If you have ever thought that drug charges are a laughing matter, think again. Louisiana law takes drug crimes very seriously, with first offenses often bringing hefty fines and serious time in jail as punishment. However, what may surprise you most about the...
There are many different crimes that are punishable under the law, but sex crimes are undoubtedly among the most well-known and serious. In fact, some might argue that the only crime that holds a more serious stigma in society than sex crimes such as rape is murder....
If you have been accused of a homicide crime in Louisiana, it is very important that you remain calm. Fear and anxiety are obviously understandable responses, but you have very important rights that you must take advantage of, such as the right to remain silent and...
There are many different types of criminal activity, and thanks to Hollywood and TV shows, people are familiar with many of them. Crimes such as sexual assault, armed robbery and murder are very prevalent within the public consciousness in Louisiana, and indeed all...
When the phrase white-collar crime is thrown around, many people immediately tune out, believing that, because they do not work a white-collar job, they will never need to worry about white-collar crime. The truth is that white-collar crime is not only reserved for...
Marijuana is easily one of the hottest and most controversial social and political topics in the country at the moment. A drug that was once widely considered to be extremely dangerous (and given the legal consequences to match) is now gaining popularity as a medical...
Mardi Gras has come and gone, and while Louisiana's biggest party is always a chance to let loose and have some fun, it is also a time for drivers everywhere to be a little bit more careful. Unfortunately, Mardi Gras has a history of too many drivers getting behind...
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