Domestic violence can cause people to lose their trust in you and your ability to reasonably interact with others. If you have children, the concerns of those close to you may be substantially higher. Recognizing that you need help to overcome your anger is an...
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Is license suspension part of a DWI conviction?
There are lots of legal issues that come with a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge. In addition to jail time and fines, drivers in Louisiana can also have their licenses suspended after a DWI conviction. Loss of license impacts you socially, but it can also stop...
Could police error lead to dropped charges?
If you face charges after an arrest, you are undoubtedly concerned about your future. If you are innocent, this can be a frustrating process. You know you didn't do anything wrong, but the case against you says otherwise. In some cases, law enforcement may not have...
Report highlights disturbing trends in juvenile crimes
Getting accurate information on juvenile crimes remains a challenging endeavor. This happens for many reasons, including confidentiality requirements for organizations and reporting systems that have problems with consistency across local, state and federal...
How do robbery and theft differ?
When hit with criminal charges, it makes sense to understand those charges and what they mean for your legal case. Louisiana law enforcement charged you with theft, but how does the act differ from robbery? U.S. News & World Report breaks down the difference...
Do juvenile records disappear at age 18?
There are some misunderstandings about juvenile records. Many people think they are like an adult criminal record, but they are much more. The State of Louisana Office of Juvenile Justice explains a juvenile record contains social and criminal information about a...
How do drugs other than alcohol affect your driving?
Alcohol is not the only substance that can impair your driving ability. Other substances, including illicit drugs and medications, can affect you in various ways that can decrease your ability to operate a motor vehicle. According to AAA, alcohol and drugs can affect...
How does alcohol affect your driving?
A single instance of indiscretion can have a major impact on your life if you receive a DWI charge. No one plans on getting a DWI after a fun night out with friends and family, but it is a very real possibility if you consume too much alcohol. Every drink you consume...
Does increasing felony thresholds encourage theft?
The severity of a charge of theft depends on the value of the property allegedly stolen. The property's worth as expressed in dollars at which the charge becomes more serious than a misdemeanor is the felony theft threshold. Louisiana is one of 37 states that has...
What impact does a DWI have on your child?
Across the country, underage drinking infractions often end up met with the full might of the law. Louisiana is no exception, and if your child faces convictions for underage DWI charges, they could have a rough road ahead of them. Thus, it is most important to...