Practically every television network has its own primetime franchise featuring the interplay between law enforcement officials and alleged criminals. While these shows often provide a great deal of entertainment for
Criminal charges skyrocket during Mardi Gras
New Orleans is known for many things. From great culture and food to fantastic music and entertainment, visitors and residents alike can find many activities and events to enjoy within
Robert S. Toale Selected to 2015 Super Lawyers List
Attorney Robert S. Toale has been selected to the 2015 Super Lawyers list for Louisiana. Only five percent of the total lawyers in the state are selected for inclusion in
Law Office of Robert S. Toale Sponsoring NACDL Seminar
Our law office is happy to sponsor this week’s midwinter meeting and seminar for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. As a board member for NACDL, Robert S. Toale is proud to
Office of Juvenile Justice manages juvenile crimes & convictions
When young people make mistakes and bring consequences down upon themselves, many adults shake their heads and attribute the juvenile errors to childish inexperience. Not often are the wrongdoings of
Attorney Robert Toale speaks out about Louisiana’s struggle to fund criminal defense
The “3-N-G” street gang case is an example of the lack of funds in Orleans Parish and Louisiana statewide to fund public defenders for criminal cases. Attorney Robert Toale discusses
What conduct is criminalized through prostitution laws?
In the cinema blockbuster “Pretty Woman,” a young prostitute is hired by a wealthy man to escort him through a variety of commitments. In the end and in true Hollywood
Allegations of embezzlement can put your livelihood in jeopardy
White-collar crimes in Louisiana are just as serious as violent crimes, and will be prosecuted by the authorities. One type of white-collar crime is embezzlement. While the word may be
The role of age in the prosecution of a sex crime
It is generally accepted in Louisiana and in other parts of the United States that a person becomes an adult when he or she reaches the age of 18. Many
Can I face criminal charges in federal and state courts?
When a Louisiana resident is accused of committing a criminal act it is possible that he or she could face charges based on different types of laws. Prior posts on