Getting arrested for drinking and driving is a serious offense associated with severe consequences. If convicted, you may have to pay a large fine, spend time in jail and go without your driving privileges for a period of time. According to the Louisiana State...
Month: May 2021
Juvenile mental health, crime and treatment
Many teenagers and adolescents in Louisiana and throughout the United States suffer from depression, anxiety, behavior disorders and a number of other mental health conditions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4.5 million children...
Errors in forensic testing can lead to wrongful convictions
Forensic testing is a major component in many criminal cases in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. Evidence collected at the scene of a crime often undergoes scrutinous testing before professionals draw a conclusion regarding its significance. The problem...
Is your juvenile record eligible for expungement in Louisiana?
Many Louisiana residents make mistakes when they are young. However, in some cases, a mistake you make as a juvenile may continue to haunt you for years or even your entire life. Depending on circumstances, having a juvenile record may restrict you from holding...
When can authorities search your car without a warrant?
When you drive in Louisiana and see those blue lights flashing in your rear-view mirror, you may feel your pulse start to pound. A traffic stop is often a stressful experience, but you may have an easier time navigating it if you understand what rights you have when...