When an individual is charged with a serious crime, one of the first things that should be addressed is securing solid legal counsel. Louisiana courts take violent crime very seriously, and rightfully so. When an individual is accused of such a crime, the legal response…
Louisiana readers may be aware of a recent case in which a man has been accused of abusing two teenage girls in Okaloosa Island. The case has led to widespread media coverage of the incident, including photos of the man who was arrested. As he…
Recently, a local detective was arrested for attempted murder. In addition, he was also accused of committing an act of domestic violence that may have occurred between himself and an ex. After being charged with a crime, the Louisiana officer was taken off of his…
Authorities have certain rights when investigating potential crimes. The law is designed to ensure that investigating authorities have access to accurate information. Those who intentionally mislead investigators can face serious legal consequences and can be charged with a crime. The former executive of an oil…
A teenage man from Farmerville has been arrested on charges of burglary. The arrest came following an investigation carried out by sheriff’s detectives from Union Parish. Although the alleged burglary crime was reported to be simple, the 19-year-old Louisiana man may wish to obtain a…
A 19-year-old college basketball star from another state was recently arrested and accused of domestic abuse and aggravated battery. The man was arrested in Louisiana, according to the website of the Sheriff’s Office for East Baton Rouge Parish. He was booked on a recent Tuesday…
Alleged prescription drug fraud has resulted in the arrest of five individuals in Louisiana. The individuals have been accused of participating in a pharmaceutical drug operation in which authorities claim they were distributing various drugs and medicines illegally. They must now face the accusations in…
A 30-year-old man was recently arrested for alleged violations of commercial fishing laws. The man was arrested in an undercover fish sting operation. Agents claim to have purchased poached redfish and speckled trout from the man, according to information released by the Louisiana Department of…
Police in Louisiana recently arrested a man on multiple charges of attempted murder. He was also charged with cocaine possession and illegal firearm possession. The man must now necessarily focus his attention on preparing a criminal defense against the allegations. According to police, the accused man discharged…
This case involves the question of what degree of physical force a teacher can exercise over a disabled child with cerebral palsy. A 50-year-old female elementary school teacher in Baton Rouge was arrested and charged with a crime under Louisiana law involving battery with respect…