Facial recognition technology is an important tool in today's society. However, there are some flaws with this technology that need to get addressed. Errors in terms of race and gender The first flaw is that facial recognition technology is often inaccurate,...
Many minors who have been arrested for crimes have historically appeared in adult court in Louisiana and other states. Now, things are changing. What is the history of juveniles in court? In prior years, hundreds of juvenile offenders would end up going to adult...
The defensive use of force is a common defense made in Louisiana courts. In general, the amount of force has to be reasonable and appropriate to prevent another force. However, every situation is judged differently and determined by specific provisions within...
Married couples in Louisiana who wish to end their marriage might want to consider divorce mediation. Knowing the basics of this method can help you know whether it’s the right option for you. What is divorce mediation? Divorce mediation is a different process for...
Residents of Louisiana may want to learn more about how a divorce can affect their business. You've spent time building a business, hoping for its success and may now need to know what happens when you divorce your spouse. A marriage that ends in divorce is difficult,...
In the last decade, diversion programs have become a mainstay in the criminal justice field. With a goal to provide additional support to communities, these programs offer an alternative to the traditional criminal justice system and offer new ways to protect...
In Louisiana and most other states, the legal drinking age is 21. However, it’s important to know that there are exceptions to the national minimum legal age. Can minors drink alcohol? Although the legal age for consuming alcohol is 21 to combat problems like DUI,...
When a credible eyewitness identifies someone during a criminal investigation, Louisiana prosecutors may claim to have a strong case. However, things could fall apart for the prosecutor when the case moves to trial. Eyewitness testimony is not always credible, and...
Anyone who commits a DUI runs the risk of significant legal consequences. Fines and jail time are possible, depending on the specifics. Louisiana DUI offenders may find the effects continue even after the case closes. DUI arrests and convictions remain on people's...
Louisiana has a lot of rules surrounding child custody relocation. You should check the law before moving with your child. Failure to do so could result in the judge ordering you to move back and pay the legal expenses of the other parent. What counts as a relocation?...
