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IS LOUISIANA A STOP AND ID STATE
DUI & DWI

Is Louisiana a Stop and ID State?

Is Louisiana a stop and ID state? Louisiana is not one of the stop-and-ID states with a stop-and-ID law requiring individuals to carry identification, such as a driver’s license, and provide identification upon request without a search warrant. While Louisiana

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Does Indictment Mean Jail Time in Louisiana
Criminal Defense

Does Indictment Mean Jail Time in Louisiana?

At the Law Offices of Ossie Brown, we often address concerns about whether a grand jury indictment in Louisiana leads directly to jail time. An indictment is a formal accusation made by a grand jury, stating that there is enough

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Detained vs Arrested
Criminal Defense

 Detained vs Arrested

‘Detainment and arrest’ are not interchangeable legal standards or legal issues. Understanding the difference between detention and arrest is vital, particularly for individuals involved in or accused of criminal conduct. Below, our experienced Baton Rouge criminal defense attorney team compares the terms

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GABBY’S LAW louisiana
College Safety

Gabby’s Law Louisiana

Gabby’s Law, a recent Louisiana drug law aims to reduce the number of deaths related to illicitly manufactured fentanyl and other illegal drugs by imposing stricter penalties for manufacturers and sellers of fentanyl or illicit drugs laced with fentanyl. This

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CRIMINAL NEGLIGENCE Lousiana
Criminal Defense

Criminal Negligence in Louisiana

Criminal negligence, or gross negligence, a far more serious form of negligence than civil negligence, means that a person acts recklessly, with a conscious objective, knowing the negligent act may come with an unjustifiable risk. Gross negligence or criminal negligence

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louisiana no pay no play
Auto Accidents

Louisiana No Pay, No Play Law

In the United States, the issue of uninsured and underinsured drivers is a widespread problem, posing significant risks on the roads. In response to this challenge, Louisiana enforced the “No Pay, No Play” law, a unique legislative measure aimed at

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How to Win Sole Custody in Louisiana
Divorce

How to Win Sole Custody in Louisiana

Winning sole physical custody requires a deep understanding of Louisiana child custody laws and a strong justification for why the custody arrangement is in the best interest of the child. A physical custody and legal custody arrangement is typically sought

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covenant marriage louisiana
Divorce

Covenant Marriage

Unlike traditional marriages, a covenant marriage is a binding contract demonstrating a couple’s deeper commitment to weathering life’s challenges together. At The Law Offices of Ossie Brown, we understand the significance of this special type of union. In our latest blog,

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louisiana recording laws
Criminal Defense

Louisiana Recording Laws

If you’re an avid watcher of true crime shows, you know that secretly recording audio or video of someone committing a crime is a common way for bystanders, or police, to get the evidence they need to put someone behind

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rights police dont want you to know
Criminal Defense

Rights Police Don’t Want You to Know

The Law Offices of Ossie Brown, your trusted Baton Rouge criminal defense attorneys, are dedicated to ensuring that every individual understands their constitutional rights. It’s crucial to be aware of the rights police don’t want you to know. We’re committed to

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