If you struggle with stealing, there may be people who assume you intend to be dishonest or behave criminally. In some cases, theft may occur due to addictive, compulsive disorders. According to Healthline, many factors contribute to theft. Factors behind theft...
Year: 2021
Year: 2021
Understanding protective orders
If a domestic partner sought a protective, or restraining, order against you, you may be wondering what your responsibilities are. The order itself will outline what activities you must avoid, and there should also be a timeline for how long the order is valid. You...
How do you navigate a DWI during a job interview?
Louisiana police pulled you over recently and issued a DWI. While you plan to explore legal options, you must focus on your job search. Monster explains how to navigate a criminal history during job interviews. Your run-in with law enforcement need not derail your...
How does the justice system view mental health issues?
If you grapple with mental health concerns, you are in good company. As many as one in five adults in America suffer with some form of mental health issue, ranging from depression to anxiety to bipolar disorder and much more. Societal and scientific understanding of...
Do you have an automatic right to appeal when convicted of a crime?
In general, you have an automatic right to appeal any criminal conviction that you receive from a Louisiana judge or jury. As explained by Columbia University, when you appeal, you ask a higher court, usually the Court of Appeals for the jurisdiction in which you...
How are robbery and burglary different from each other?
Robbery and burglary both fall under the broad category of theft. However, as FindLaw explains, they are two separate crimes for which the prosecutor must prove different things in order to convict you. Consequently, knowing the differences between the two can help...
Mistakes in police procedure may aid in your defense
If a roadside stop ends with your arrest, it does not mean you are bound for prison. You have the right to mount a defense, which may include questioning police procedures. The police must follow the law when investigating any crime, including a DWI stop. However, the...
Do drug convictions affect financial aid eligibility?
When Louisiana college students want to use federal financial aid to pay for school, they have to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. They must do so each year they hope to use financial assistance. On the FAFSA form are questions about the student’s...
How much does a Louisiana DWI affect auto insurance rates?
When a Louisiana law enforcement official stops you and charges you with operating while intoxicated or driving while intoxicated, you may face significant penalties if the large leads to a conviction. Some of the penalties you face after a Louisiana drunk driving...
Schedule II drugs under Louisiana law: Part 2
The previous installment discussed Schedule II substances with limited medical uses. It is rare for doctors to prescribe these drugs, so most of the manufacturing and distribution is illicit. There are other Schedule II controlled substances that have much broader...