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death penalty for rape
Sex Crimes

Louisiana Death Penalty for Rape

For decades, lawmakers and American citizens have gone back and forth on whether the death penalty qualifies as one of many cruel and unusual punishments deemed unconstitutional by the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. So much so, that the

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Louisiana Dram Shop Laws
DUI & DWI

Louisiana Dram Shop Laws

Dram shop laws are named after 18th century bars and taverns in England that sold gin by the spoonful (AKA: by the “dram.”) Most U.S. states – 43 states to be exact – have some sort of dram shop law

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Concussion After Car Accident
Car Accidents

Concussion After a Car Accident

A head injury is a very common injury after a car accident, with thousands of Americans visiting the ER every year for car accident-related concussions. A concussion is actually considered a mild traumatic brain injury. While they are generally not

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fentanyl
Drug Possession

Is Fentanyl Illegal in Louisiana?

Over the last decade, drug overdose deaths have increased significantly across the United States. The CDC claims that approximately 91,800 Americans have died due to drug overdose in 2020. A startling 75% (68,630) of these overdoses were caused by synthetic

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What is an Accessory to a Crime
Criminal Defense

What is an Accessory to a Crime?

Some offenders are able to plan and commit crimes all on their own. Meanwhile, other offenders need help before and after a crime is committed. According to criminal law, providing help or assistance in the commission of a crime is

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What is Entrapment
Criminal Defense

What is Entrapment?

If you’re a big fan of true crime documentaries, maybe you’ve heard the term “entrapment” get thrown around before. Or maybe you’re facing criminal charges because you feel that a police officer “framed you” or “induced you” to commit a

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Gwen's Law Louisiana
Criminal Defense

Gwen’s Law Louisiana

Domestic abuse battery is characterized by violent physical behavior between household members. Domestic abuse frequently involves sexual, financial, and psychological abuse as well. Anyone who is caught committing these types of abuse towards another member of the household can face

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What is Battered Woman Syndrome
Criminal Defense

What is Battered Woman Syndrome?

Tragically, domestic violence is a daily occurrence in the United States. In most cases, domestic abuse occurs when male partners inflict violence against women. However, men can definitely be victims of intimate partner violence as well. Psychologist Lenore Walker began

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What is a Pre Trial Intervention Program
Criminal Defense

What is a Pre Trial Intervention Program?

Just because someone engages in non-violent criminal activity doesn’t always mean that they’re a bad or dangerous person. Many non-violent criminals resort to disorderly behavior due to poor mental health, addiction, lack of familial support, abuse, and so much more.

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