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Drug charges need not leave a person feeling helpless
A new year has arrived but sadly many issues from the old year did not end with it. The drug problem in Louisiana continues to be a major problem. Police from Ouachita Parish are in search of a suspect who is wanted on drug charges…
Drug charges have long term ramifications
Law enforcement agencies in Louisiana continue to battle the drug crisis that is consuming so much of the nation. The crisis is a continuing one that shows little sign of abating as we end one year and begin another. The failure of one person to…
Factors that can impact breath test accuracy
Seeing those blue lights come on in your rearview mirror can be a horrible feeling, and you may wind up feeling even worse if the law enforcement official who pulls you over asks you to submit to a breath test. Breath tests, when conducted correctly…
Drunk driving can lead to a bad situation
Winter is often a bad time for car accidents in Louisiana as it ushers in the party season associated with Christmas and New Year’s. The holiday festivities frequently include alcohol and people may drink more than normal and may not be aware of how alcohol…
Designating a driver is one method of avoiding drunk driving
The holiday season has arrived in Louisiana, and with it the holiday party season. There is a significant increase in the number of parties and other social engagements in the month of December. Many of these engagements will involve alcohol. Sadly, that can also mean…
Important to know one’s rights when facing drug charges
The battle against illegal drugs continues to rage in Louisiana. Law enforcement officers are working tirelessly to attempt to stem the tide of illegal drugs. Undercover investigations can result in arrests and drug charges. The people facing charges are entitled to a defense and are…
Drug charges can have lasting ramifications
The drug crisis in the country and in Louisiana continues unabated. Trafficking in illegal drugs continues to be a major problem. However, it is important to remember that anyone who is arrested and charged with trafficking or possession is presumed innocent of drug charges until…
Mental illness can be a factor in criminal defense
Violent crime is a fact of life in Louisiana and around the country. Any one accused of committing a violent crime is entitled to a criminal defense. This includes a man who was recently arrested and is formally accused in a case of double homicide.…
Why unmarried fathers need to establish paternity in Louisiana
More and more couples are choosing not to marry for various reasons, yet some still have children. Whether parenthood was intentional or not, it is important to establish paternity to protect your rights as a father and the rights of your kids. The law requires…
Robbery suspects can benefit from a criminal defense
When a robbery occurs, an investigation frequently begins with information garnered from witness accounts. The information collected can lead to arrests based on the information provided by a witness. This was the case in a recent incident in McKenzie County, Louisiana. According the Constitution of…
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