Facing allegations of a crime can be challenging. In order for the accused to take action against the criminal charges, a defense will have to be made. The process of
White collar crime includes accusations of bribery
All across Louisiana, different industries have different standards for what constitutes appropriate gift-giving between businesses and consumers. In a business office setting, it may be acceptable for an entity to
Legal guidance can help when it comes to defending drug offenses
One of the first things that a New Orleans resident who is facing drug charges should understand is that nothing regarding his legal matter can be guaranteed. The specific facts
Historical background on the Sex Offender Registry
One of the most damaging aspects of being convicted of a sex crime in Louisiana is the potential for the accused to end up having to register with the Sex
What crimes fall under the category of weapons offenses?
Firearms and other weapons are owned and used by Louisiana residents for many reasons. Some are used for hunting and other sports endeavors. Others are used as lawful means of
What sort of a penalty is restitution?
From time to time, New Orleans residents need loans in order to cover their expenses. Some people get their loans from banks and other lending institutions. Others borrow money from
Charges related to the manufacturing or cultivation of drugs
The everyday items that Louisiana residents buy and use have to first be created. Food products are grown and sold in supermarkets and grocery stores. Goods ranging from cars to
Accusations of date rape can lead to diverse criminal charges
Date rape occurs when one person forces another person to engage in sex. What differentiates date rape from the more general term “rape” is that date rape happens between individuals
What penalties are associated with cocaine possession charges?
Drugs can play a variety of roles in the lives of different Louisiana residents. For some, drugs may be an addiction that plagues them or someone they love. For others,
What makes one charge a federal crime and another a state crime?
Readers of this Louisiana criminal law blog may have reviewed prior posts that have discussed how an individual may be charged with both state and federal crimes. This is because