Identity theft is a white collar crime that can happen in the online world as well as in the physical world. It occurs when a person uses the name, address, social security number, or other identifying information of another individual to commit a scam. In New Orleans, individuals have been charged with identity theft based… Read more
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 a criminal defense is dependent on the details of the crime and what the state will need to prove to convict a defendant. When a… Read more
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 send its customers holiday cards at the right time of year. In an educational environment, it is usually fine for students to give their teachers… Read more
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 and circumstances of each unique charge make it impossible to predict how a matter will be resolved. While some matters may proceed through trial and… Read more
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 Offender Registry. The registry pulls together data on people who have been convicted of certain sex crimes and makes that data available to the public… Read more
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 self and home protection. However, in certain cases individuals may be suspected of using weapons to commit harm against others, and in those situations suspects… Read more
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 friends and family members. However, when two parties agree that one will extend money to another and, in return, the borrower will eventually return the… Read more
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 carpeting to rocking chairs are manufactured and produced in factories and warehouses. Almost everything people can use or buy starts as something else, and illegal… Read more
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 who have had a prior social relationship. At colleges and universities all throughout Louisiana, date rape can be a serious problem for those who claim… Read more
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, drugs may be a recreational pastime that happens to be illegal. Still others may knowingly engage in the sale and distribution of drugs as a… Read more
