The New Orleans Traffic and Municipal Court located in Mid-City on Broad Ave could potentially move to the abandoned Naval base located at Chartres and Poland Ave, some judges and NOPD officers say. The move would be...
The bus driver that critically injured comedian, actor Tracy Morgan over the weekend, turned himself in and is being charged with death by auto and 4 counts of assault by auto. The driver, Kevin Roper, was driving an...
Cathy Sanchez, 28 year old Minnesota resident, was pulled over on May 31 after she was spotted driving sloppily. During the 2 a.m. stop, Glydon police noticed a few things that indicated the woman might have been intoxicated.
Insurance is required for drivers, so motorists will pay premiums to an insurance company who will then pay for losses in the event of an accident. The specific insurance coverage you need to have may vary by state, with some
Are Lawyers Becoming a Rare Commodity?
May 22, 2014
Amidst controversy and scandal, the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC), is reporting record-low numbers of students taking the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). The number of students who took the LSAT last year...
Crime Down 40 Percent in Mid-City
May 22, 2014
April crime reports for MidCity’s Crime Prevention District show a 40 percent drop compared to last year’s figures of the same time frame. For April of 2013, records indicate that 45 total crimes occurred in this area...
Actor Michael Jace Booked: Homicide
May 21, 2014
“The Shield” actor, Michael Jace, has been booked for homicide after his wife was shot dead in their family home. In a 911 correspondence, Jace reportedly said, “I shot my wife.” Thereafter, police officers were...
School zones throughout New Orleans require drivers to slow down when students are in school. Flashing signs indicate when drivers must obey the lower speed limit. A driver who fails to slow down can be cited for speeding...
Late Monday night, an incident report was filed in Los Angeles indicating the Canadian pop star was involved in an attempted robbery. Bieber has not been detained or arrested for the charge as of Wednesday. No other...
Alec Baldwin, who’s no stranger to bad press, was arrested Tuesday morning after biking the wrong way down a one-way street and disorderly conduct after arguing with police officers. Baldwin was stopped by police officer...
TMZ.com has obtained footage from surveillance inside an elevator at the Met Gala showing Solange Knowles, Beyonce’s younger sister, physically assaulting Jay-Z. The video shows Beyonce, Solange, Jay-Z, and a bodyguard in...
Drugged Driving Arrests May Rise
May 9, 2014
Marijuana use has become legal in some states for recreational and medicinal purposes. The increasingly relaxed attitudes towards marijuana nationwide mean that more people will smoke marijuana or consume products with...
Lab Tests Mistakes Can Happen
May 5, 2014
When a person is arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the evidence against that individual often includes a blood or a urine test. These tests are often viewed as strong evidence by juries in drunk
Can I Get a DWI in a Parked Car?
April 28, 2014
If you have been drinking, it may be tempting to take a rest in your parked vehicle to sober up or while you wait for a cab or for a ride. While this might seem like a good idea, the reality is that it is a risky thing to do.
Domestic Violence
April 21, 2014
Domestic violence is a serious crime and even being accused of domestic violence can have a significant negative impact on your family relationships and your reputation. Unfortunately, domestic violence is also a...
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Orleans Parish Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, April 17, at an undisclosed location in Orleans Parish. The...
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, April 17, at an undisclosed location in East Jefferson....
DWIs and Expungements
April 14, 2014
Having a DWI on your record is bad news. DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated, and it is a criminal offense that can stay on your record for the rest of your life. This means if you have a background check by a landlord,





