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Lead Exposure & Crime: Is There a Connection?
Is Lead Poisoning an Influence on Crime? Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal that is found in the air,
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Key Facts to Know for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Staggering Truths of Domestic Violence October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, meaning there is no better time to discuss
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Who Can Own a Firearm in Louisiana?
LA Firearm Laws Louisiana is well-known for its relatively lenient firearm laws. As on open-carry state that typically does not
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What Is the “Ban the Box” Movement?
Louisiana’s Significant Victory in Higher Education Louisiana is the first state in the nation to implement a statewide ban prohibiting
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DWI & License Suspensions
How DWI Charges Impact Your Driving Privileges A driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction carries more penalties than you may realize.
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Battery Charges for Acts of Self-Defense
Is It a Crime to Defend Yourself in Louisiana? Let’s say you are walking home by yourself from a bar
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Pros and Cons of DNA Evidence
DNA Evidence Can Help or Hurt You DNA evidence is among the most valuable pieces of evidence used in criminal
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How to Prepare for Your Legal Consultation
When Your Freedom Is at Stake, You Must Be Prepared Facing criminal accusations of any kind can catch anyone off
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Sex Crimes Penalties in Louisiana
Louisiana Is Tough When Punishing Sex Crimes Sex crimes are among the most serious offenses one can commit. Thus, the
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The Power of Humanizing Instead of Criminalizing
Treating You Like You Are Innocent Until Proven Guilty The criminal justice system is notorious for its harsh treatment towards
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Understanding Louisiana’s Prostitution Laws
Observing the History of Prostitution in LA Louisiana is regarded as one of the toughest states when it comes to
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Field Sobriety Test Flaws
The System Is Far from Perfect Arrested for DWI? Don’t worry, there are several reasons why a police officer may
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Common Types of Weapon Charges
The state of Louisiana carries many laws on its books regarding weapons. These laws both define various types of weapons
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What Is Negligent Homicide?
Homicide involves the killing of a human being. In Louisiana, negli gent homicide is a felony offense that occurs through
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Is a Third DWI Offense a Felony?
Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is a serious offense in any state. A conviction of this offense
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What Is the Difference Between a First and Second Degree Murder Charge?
Murder may seem like a simple act – Actor A kills Victim B. However, as we all know from watching
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What is an Expert Witness?
In law, there are two kinds of witnesses: witnesses of fact and expert witnesses. A witness of fact is usually
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Criminal Defense for Stalking
Criminal defense of stalking in Lousiana is charged when certain requirements are met. A criminal defense trial for felony stalking is
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What You Need to Know About a DWI Stop
The loud blare of the sirens and the flashing lights in your rearview are an unwanted sight for any driver.
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How Does a Sex Crime Conviction Impact Your Future?
Sex crimes are some of the most serious in nature. Being charged with a sex crime like rape, sexual assault, statutory rape or child pornography strikes
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Courtroom Science
Trial by Fire: Junk Science Sent Dad to Prison for Killing Wife, Kids Written by: HANNAH RAPPLEYE Read More Here
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Forensic DNA Interpretation
Last week I was qualified as an expert in Forensic DNA Interpretation in a Louisiana District court. The following video,
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Lesser and Included Offenses
§5. Lesser and included offenses An offender who commits an offense which includes all the elements of other lesser offenses,
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Ambeau Law Firm – Baton Rouge
We are experienced criminal defense lawyers in Baton Rouge. We are committed to working to get you through your criminal defense challenge
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Ambeau Law Firm – Gonzales
We at the Ambeau Law Firm we are committed to working to get you through your criminal defense challenge and achieving the best
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