Topic: New Orleans Criminal Attorney
Not From New Orleans But Need a New Orleans Lawyer?
New Orleans is one of the premiere travel destinations in the world. We get a lot of phone calls from tourists who come to New Orleans to enjoy the food and culture and unfortunately end […]
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Blog Share Black People In Louisiana Almost Three Times More Likely Than Whites To Be Arrested For Marijuana PossessionBlack People In Louisiana Almost Three Times More Likely Than Whites To Be Arrested For Marijuana Possession
According to a new report, black people are almost three times more likely than white people to be arrested for marijuana possession in Louisiana. The data comes from a report published last Tuesday, September 18, […]
Read MoreHow to Fight a Public Intoxication Charge
In a city like New Orleans, where the party never seems to stop, public intoxication is a charge we see all too often. The city has a reputation for being a place where visitors can […]
Read MoreSo Your License is Suspended—Now What?
Having your license suspended can be a huge hindrance on your day-to-day life, from getting to work to going grocery shopping. If you find yourself in this position there are a few things you’ll want […]
Read MoreGetting Warrants for Blood: the Future of DUI/DWI Cases
It used to be standard advice to decline a Breathalyzer test in the event you are pulled over for drunk driving. While that advice still stands today in many cases, police may have another route […]
Read MoreThe Summer Holiday Season: 5 Things to Do to Stay Safe
The Memorial Day holiday this weekend is the kick-off to summer across the United States. New Orleans is right in the thick of things with spectacular fireworks events, music and culture festivals and a host […]
Read MoreCan You Legally Resell Your Festival or Sports Ticket in Louisiana?
You’ve probably seen it at Jazz Fest this year – people standing outside the entrance trying to resell their tickets. However, is it legal to resell your ticket? In Louisiana, you can legally resell your […]
Read MoreIs Your Medical Marijuana Card Valid in Louisiana?
Although medical marijuana is legal in Louisiana, the state does not currently recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards. However, the state legislature is considering bills this year that may change this restriction. Is Medical Marijuana Legal […]
Read MoreDUI Checkpoint in New Orleans on Thursday night, April 14, 2016
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the New Orleans Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint Thursday, April 14, at an undisclosed location in New Orleans. The sobriety checkpoint will begin at 9 […]
Read More Blog Share New Law Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession in New Orleans – Here’s What You Need to KnowNew Law Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession in New Orleans – Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re caught with a small amount of marijuana in New Orleans, you may not have to go to jail. In an effort to decriminalize marijuana possession in the city, Mayor Mitch Landrieu recently signed […]
Read MoreUnderage Drinking Can Take the Fun Out of Your Spring Break
Spring break is right around the corner, and for many high school and college students that means a relaxing break from classes and mid-term exams. However, while you’re soaking up the sun on the beach […]
Read MoreWill A Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Conviction Affect Your Right To Carry A Gun?
If you are convicted of domestic violence misdemeanor, you may lose your right to carry a gun. That’s the argument put forth in the case of Voisine v. United States and which prompted Supreme Court Justice […]
Read MoreNOPD to conduct sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, December 10
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Orleans Parish Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, December 10, at an undisclosed location in Orleans Parish. The checkpoint […]
Read MoreAdacia Chambers arrested after 4 killed in OSU crash, charged with DUI, murder
The driver that plowed through a an Oklahoma State University homecoming parade is facing 4 murder counts as well as driving under the influence. Adacia Chambers drove through a crowd on Saturday afternoon injuring dozens […]
Read MoreWoman arrested for hit-and-run, DWI, impersonating an officer
Jane White, of New Orleans, was arrested Sunday evening in Terrytown after a hit-and-run. Ms. White’s vehicle rear-ended another vehicle and when asked to leave the vehicle, fled the scene down Lapalco Blvd. Once troopers […]
Read MoreDWI checkpoints announced for Labor Day weekend in Hammond
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Hammond Police Department will be conducting DWI Checkpoints through the Labor Day weekend at undisclosed locations in Hammond. Never drink and drive. If you are […]
Read MoreNew Orleans man pleads guilty to 3rd offense DWI, gets jail time
Joshua Bruce, of New Orleans, was sentenced to jail time after being convicted of a 3rd offense DWI from a Causeway accident a year ago. Bruce was noticed by a Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Deputy swerving […]
Read MoreNOPD officer arrested again for domestic abuse
Officer James Cunningham was arrested for a second time in 8 months for domestic abuse charges against his girlfriend. Cunningham was arrested back on January 13, 2015 during an alleged violent incident at the girlfriend’s […]
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