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Walter M. Sanchez

Walter Marshall Sanchez is the founder of Sanchez Burke, LLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. For more than 40 years, he has represented clients in criminal defense and family law matters across Louisiana. Admitted to the Louisiana Bar in 1984, he earned his J.D. from Louisiana State University Law Center, where he won the Flory Trial Moot Court Competition. His work has been recognized in Louisiana Super Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America, and by the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers with the Judge Albert Tate Award.

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Criminal defense: Louisiana woman arrested following chase

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Last Modified on Mar 08, 2024

Often, when people in Louisiana or other areas of the country face criminal charges, they are uncertain about their options. Because of this lack of certainty, many struggle to create a sound criminal defense. One woman is likely considering how she will respond to the…

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Do I have to take a chemical test in Louisiana?

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Last Modified on Jan 09, 2024

When police officers stop you because they suspect you of driving while impaired, you can expect them to ask you to take several types of sobriety tests. Many people feel understandably reluctant to comply, thinking the test results may bolster the prosecution’s case against them.…

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Criminal defense: Louisiana woman accused of drive-by shooting

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

It is difficult to meet someone who does not have some form of social media account. While social media has had a significant impact on how people communicate with one another, some claim that these changes are not always positive, that it can sometimes spark…

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Criminal defense: Louisiana teen charged with murder

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Last Modified on Mar 08, 2024

Electronics have revolutionized how people work and protect themselves. For example, surveillance cameras can help provide security for businesses and neighborhoods. However, the footage obtained from these cameras is not always the best quality, often making it difficult to accurately identify a person seen on…

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Man accused of drunk driving regarding motor vehicle collision

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

There are multiple different potential causes of a car accident. At night, a person could have more difficulty seeing, especially when cars are stopped or parked illegally. Even if a police officer on the side of the road has his or her lights engaged, for…

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Louisiana man likely preparing criminal defense after arrest

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

The end of a relationship can be complicated, especially if one person has trouble with the decision to end it. Regardless, most couples in Louisiana are able to end their relationship relatively calmly. Unfortunately, police claim that was not the case for one man. He…

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When can sealed juvenile records be reviewed?

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

If law enforcement arrests your child in Louisiana, this immediately becomes a criminal history linked to a record that may affect future college and job prospects. Fortunately, there is a way to keep a criminal record from ruining his or her future. Depending on the…

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Supreme Court overturns decision regarding disability in divorce

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

Often, couples in Louisiana make the decision to end their marriage after they have spent many years together. For military couples, it may be especially difficult for a spouse to be employed — should he or she choose — because of the need to move…

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Man faces drug charges following Louisiana traffic stop

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Last Modified on Mar 12, 2024

While the average person in Louisiana is aware of certain rights provided by the United States Constitution, he or she may be unaware of the entire scope of these rights. As a result, decisions could be made based upon a lack of knowledge, with negative…

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How Louisiana’s direct action rule affects car accident lawsuits

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Last Modified on Jan 09, 2024

Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common reasons why people file personal injury lawsuits. Often a result of careless driving, car crashes can cause severe damage to a person’s health and finances, with repercussions that many victims continue to feel for many years afterward.…

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