Many parents instinctively reach for a “tough love” solution when their teens are charged with drug crimes. They believe allowing them to face penalties will ensure they learn from their errors. But when it could lead to a possible drug conviction, this approach can...
Louisiana Legal Blog
Why might prosecutors assume that someone had intent to sell drugs?
Anyone who gets caught in possession of controlled substances in Louisiana might face criminal charges. Police officers arrest anyone who possesses a prescribed drug without a doctor's note or a prohibited drug. Someone arrested due to their alleged possession of a...
How do the police assess whether a driver is drunk?
The police do not always know whether a driver is drunk when they perform a traffic stop. In some cases, a driver is clearly intoxicated. For others, it may not always be clear. The police have several ways to assess whether a driver is drunk. Some of these methods...
Could you and your child benefit from virtual visitation?
If this is the first time that you’ve heard the term “virtual visitation,” don’t be turned off by the word “visitation,” which some parents understandably find to be inaccurate and insulting. Virtual visitation is an approach to digital parenting time that can be...
Can you get arrested for sharing prescription medication?
Many people get prescribed opioid drugs to treat conditions like chronic pain, acute fractures and other painful illnesses. Sometimes they don’t finish the whole prescription and have a few pills left in their bottle. Friends and family members might ask the person...
What is beyond reasonable doubt?
The burden of proof in criminal cases is higher than in other legal proceedings, such as civil claims. In civil cases, the burden of proof is based on the balance of probabilities. This means that a case can go in a party’s favor if their version of events is more...
3 custody issues that can cause parental conflict in Louisiana
Custody orders established or otherwise formalized by the Louisiana family courts often include specific standards. Each parent may receive a certain amount of parenting time or physical custody. Custody orders can help two adults share the responsibility for their...
Why do teenagers drink alcohol?
As the parent of a teenager, one of your main concerns may be that they will drink alcohol while they are underage. You could be worried that they’ll be arrested on minor in possession charges or while trying to make an illegal purchase. You may also be concerned...
What can you do if your teen is arrested for a DUI?
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol is a serious offense for anyone. But the consequences can be different for a teenager. Besides facing DUI consequences, they may also face the penalties of violating Louisiana's underage drinking laws. So, what should you...
Why lie detection methods fail
Louisiana prosecutors and other law enforcement authorities deploy any number of techniques and methods while trying to apprehend and convict suspects. Some are concrete evidence-based, like fingerprints or other physical markers. But just as important - if not more...