Did you know that a parent can be charged with kidnapping his or her own child? Did you know that altering documents can possibly lead to forgery charges? Did you know that taking someone else’s property could form the basis of a larceny charge? Did you know that these and many other charges can be… Read more
Most married people would do anything to keep their significant others safe. New Orleans residents may even be willing to put themselves in harm’s way if it meant keeping loved ones from suffering harm. When an individual is threatened with physical violence certain defenses exist that may provide others with the right to step in… Read more
One common type criminal charge in Louisiana is the possession of illegal drugs. Last week, this criminal defense law blog touched on several defenses that individuals may use if they are ever in the difficult position of defending themselves against drug-related charges. There are many other defenses that individuals in this situation may utilize, so… Read more
Louisiana and other jurisdictions throughout the United States recognize a variety of drug crimes based on the types of drugs allegedly possessed by defendants and the purposes for which those defendants possess the drugs. One of the most common drug crimes charged against New Orleans residents is drug possession. Drug possession charges result when a… Read more
Most of us have heard of sex offender registries, however, many people may wonder about sex offender registry requirements. Certain adults residing in Louisiana convicted of certain sex crimes may be required to register as part of Louisiana’s sex offender registry. Sex offenders who move to Louisiana from other states are required to notify authorities… Read more
Like other jurisdictions throughout the United States, Louisiana has a variety of sexual offenses codified in its laws. Louisiana recognizes three levels of rape: first degree rape, second degree rape and third degree rape. While all three levels of rape are serious, the majority of this post’s focus will be on the elements of first… Read more
Solicitation is a serious criminal charge. In Louisiana, a person may be charged with solicitation in a variety of contexts, but often solicitation charges are associated with the separate crime of prostitution. Generally, a charge of solicitation can result when a person is suspected of asking another person to commit a crime, and the asker… Read more
Drug possession charges can result in very serious consequences for the Louisiana residents who are unfortunate enough to face them. A multitude of substances are classified as illegal based on state and federal laws, and this New Orleans criminal defense law blog has discussed some of the charges individuals can incur if they are found… Read more
A crime is often identified by the harm that it causes to an individual or group of people. For example, an assault may be prosecuted if the accused person’s actions cause physical distress to a New Orleans resident; a homicide charge may result if a death occurs due to someone else’s activities. In addition, crimes… Read more
Many employers throughout New Orleans require their workers to sign online acceptable use policies when they are hired. An acceptable use policy that addresses online conduct may discuss what a person can and cannot do with work-related access to the internet. For example, it may stipulate that a worker can use the internet to perform… Read more
