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resisting an officer
Criminal Defense

Resisting an Officer in Louisiana

In Louisiana, resisting an officer basically means resisting arrest, with or without violence, or interfering with any duties under a peace officer’s official authority. This is a serious crime in the state of Louisiana that can result in jail time,

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public intoxication
Criminal Defense

Public Intoxication Charges in Louisiana

Many states don’t have a specific public intoxication law. Instead, these states may have “disorderly conduct” or “disturbing the peace” laws, of which public drunkenness falls under. This is the case in Louisiana. Our local laws state that committing drunk

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deferred adjudication
Criminal Defense

What is Deferred Adjudication?

Obviously, being found completely innocent in a criminal case is the best possible outcome. Given the details and evidence presented in a case, though, this outcome is not always possible, even if the defendant claims complete innocence. Believe it or

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beyond reasonable doubt
Criminal Defense

What is “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?”

As you have probably heard before, an individual suspected of committing a crime is considered “innocent until proven guilty.” In America, a person is not presumed to be guilty until they either admit guilt, or are found guilty by a

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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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What Does it Mean to Be Indicted
Criminal Defense

What Does it Mean To Be Indicted?

If you’re a fan of true crime documentaries, you may have heard the term “indictment” before, usually in reference to a serious crime. But because the criminal justice system is quite complex and confusing, you may be wondering: what does

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