Helping Louisiana Families Face Legal Problems
“You have the right to remain silent” is a common phrase in many television shows and movies that showcase interactions with the police. This is the start of what’s been deemed the Miranda rights after the case Miranda v. Arizona. That case went before the United...
If you encounter a police officer and they want to ask you questions, you may feel nervous. You may find yourself concerned that saying the wrong thing could lead to an arrest. You don’t want to make some sort of mistake or accidentally incriminate yourself. You’re...
Those hoping to fight pending criminal charges must respond appropriately in criminal court. They likely need to retain the services of a criminal defense attorney to explore their options for avoiding a criminal conviction. There are multiple kinds of defense...
Obviously, committing a crime will have serious consequences for those caught and found guilty. What people sometimes forget is that the mere association with a crime could also lead to criminal charges. Here are three times this can be true. 1. Conspiracy to commit a...
As a college student, you may be wary of encounters with the police. These could be campus security officers or actual police officers from the community. Either way, if these officers want to come into your room and conduct a search, you may find yourself wondering...
Like most states, Louisiana has legislation defining the use of force in defense against imminent harm. If you are facing assault or violent crime charges in the Pelican State because you defended yourself, you need reliable information. Self-defense is governed by...
Getting a nursing license is not easy. It's years of schooling, clinical rotations and passing the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) Exam. It's an achievement, and you should be proud of it. As a nurse, you must provide excellent care to your patients....
A person who’s arrested for a criminal charge will likely want to get out of jail as soon as they can. Considering how long it takes for cases to make it through the criminal justice system, it’s understandable that defendants want to be free while they’re waiting for...
Underage drinking is illegal but also incredibly common. For instance, one study found that one out of every three high school students admitted to drinking alcohol. Many people have their first drink before they turn 21, and some of them drink on a consistent basis....
A person who’s facing criminal charges may want the case to be done as quickly as possible, but trials can take considerable time. Because of this, some defendants opt to pursue a plea deal to resolve the charges. This helps the defendant to have a say in the sentence...
