U.S. Sentencing Commission’s June 2026 decision to make guidelines amendments non-retroactive forecloses relief for 5,000 federal prisoners. Explore alternative remedies under § 2255 and Fed. R. Crim. P. 35.
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The Issue Federal and state courts across the nation have begun imposing severe sanctions and disciplinary measures against attorneys who
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Louisiana Supreme Court in State v. Maya Jones holds that statutory funding restrictions cannot prevent trial courts from authorizing expert funding when necessary for effective defense. Implications for indigent criminal defense.
The Supreme Court’s May 2026 ruling in Rutherford v. United States restricts compassionate release relief for federal prisoners. What this means for sentence reduction and your sentencing options.
Compassionate Release and Sentencing Amendments: Rutherford v. United States Read Post »
Louisiana Lawyers and Law Firms Navigating the legal landscape in Louisiana can be complex. The state’s unique blend of civil
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A DWI checkpoint — also called a “sobriety checkpoint” or “safety checkpoint” — is a roadside stop where police evaluate
Baton Rouge DWI Checkpoint Attorney: Know Your Rights at Sobriety Checkpoints Read Post »
A public defender is an attorney appointed by the court to represent criminal defendants who cannot afford to hire private
What Is the Role of a Public Defender? Read Post »
Louisiana has long ranked among the states with the highest murder and violent-crime rates in the country. Even as the
Why Does Louisiana Have One of the Nation’s Highest Murder Rates? Read Post »
The short answer is yes: failing to file taxes when you are legally required to can be a federal crime.
Is It a Crime to Not File Taxes? Tax Evasion vs. Failure to File Read Post »
Identifying Determined Criminal Defense Representation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana I. Introduction: Securing a Determined Advocate in Baton Rouge Facing criminal
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