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In June 2024, Governor Landry signed a law declaring unlawful entry or reentry into the state of Louisiana to be a crime (SB No. 388). This law, unless it is declared unconstitutional in the future, allows Louisiana police to arrest undocumented immigrants and subject them to prison time and fines. These are uncertain and difficult […]

What is Considered Domestic Violence in Louisiana? Louisiana law has broad definitions for domestic abuse, violence, and battery. Domestic abuse encompasses a wide range of emotional, physical, sexual, and psychological acts committed by one household member against another. Examples include verbal abuse, threats of violence, use of force, stalking, intimidation, forced isolation, and controlling behavior.

Defending Yourself Against Theft Charges in Ouachita Parish Being convicted of a theft crime in Louisiana can open you up to serious legal penalties that can have far-reaching consequences. You could face everything from fines to years in prison, and a conviction on your criminal record can affect both your professional and your personal life.

What Is Considered a White Collar Crime in Louisiana? White collar crimes are often referred to as corporate crimes because they involve people who are publicly deemed respectable, often with strong societal status. The crimes tend to center around things such as embezzlement, money laundering, extortion or bribery, identity theft, internet crimes, or fraud (including

Prosecuting Minors: A Complicated Legal System Being charged with a crime is never a positive event. Adults facing criminal accusations are often faced with the prospect of incarceration. However, this is also true for youngsters. Minors who are accused of a crime face harsh repercussions, but it’s within a different system. So, how are juvenile

Louisiana’s Three Strikes Law and Its Impact on Repeat Offenders Historical Context Three strikes laws became popular during the 1990s when the United States was experiencing a surge in crime. Louisiana, mirroring a national trend, adopted this policy to crack down on repeat offenders. The intent was to impose harsher sentences to deter criminals from

What Are Your Miranda Rights? Rooted in the Fifth Amendment, Miranda rights are meant to protect you as a United States citizen. Many of us are familiar with the phrase, ‘you have the right to remain silent,’ and some of what comes after. However, few have taken the time to fully comprehend what Miranda rights

What Are Louisiana’s DUI Laws? Louisiana has a strong commitment to road safety and the prevention of alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents, so the state’s DUI laws are fairly strict and stringent. Under Louisiana law, a motorist is considered to be driving while intoxicated if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or higher. For drivers

How is Self-Defense Defined in Louisiana Law? The Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 14, § 18 covers when conduct that would otherwise be categorized as criminal is considered justified. Regarding self-defense, the person committing the criminal offense would have to prove that they were acting to protect themselves, a loved one, or property legally in their