Many readers are aware that there are a range of outdated and unusual laws on the books in Louisiana and many other states. From time to time a legal matter that highlights these laws is brought to the attention of the public. One such event…
Louisiana investors might have heard about an ongoing federal investigation of securities fraud based on insider trading involving the sale of The Shaw Group in 2012. Federal prosecutors have filed a federal securities fraud charge against a 10th man, the brother-in-law of a vice president…
Troopers with the Louisiana State Police Investigative Bureau arrested two men for allegedly trafficking in drugs. The arrests occurred on Feb. 11 at the Alexandria International Airport. Law enforcement authorities reportedly received a tip regarding the men acting suspiciously at the airport with their private…
A Louisiana man and woman have been charged with armed purse snatching in connection with a December robbery, according to Lake Charles Police. The two also face drug charges. According to authorities, the 23-year-old female defendant allegedly stole a woman’s purse in a Kroger parking…
It was reported on Jan. 26 that a Louisiana home health company filed a lawsuit against the former owners of a company that they purchased. According to the complaint, the former owners were accused of maintaining a bank account that allowed them to continue to…
Many Louisiana residents fear the repercussions that could follow a rape or sexual assault allegation against them. If you are facing allegations or are under investigation for a sex crime, you may expect to be sentenced to prison or to face other penalties that could…
A 30-year-old Baton Rouge man was arrested on suspicion of running a meth lab on Jan. 13. The alleged lab was discovered by police when they were investigating a disturbance on the property. According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, deputies discovered what appeared…
The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office announced that an investigation into a residence at the 8700 block of Forrest Hill revealed a large quantity of marijuana and that they took a 28-year-old man into custody for allegedly possessing the drug and planning to distribute it.…
Louisiana officials reportedly detained a 35-year-old man on Dec. 27 for allegedly fleeing the scene of an accident and driving while intoxicated. According to reports, the accident occurred on Scenic Highway in Baton Rouge near the 9200 block. Police officials allege that the man was…
A 19-year-old Louisiana man is in custody following an alleged armed robbery on Nov. 28 after being identified in a photo lineup. Police say the incident happened around 2 a.m. in an apartment parking lot. The man is one of two believed to have been…