What is White Collar Crime?
The term “white collar crime” refers to non-violent, financial crimes committed by individuals, businesses and government professionals. Sociologist Edwin Sutherland […]
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The penalties for drug crimes in Louisiana range from fines to jail time. Sentencing guidelines vary depending on the type […]
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If you are facing criminal charges in Louisiana, you likely feel overwhelmed and confused about your rights. It’s normal to […]
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We are often asked by those accused of drug possession or distribution how drug charges get dropped. In Louisiana, drug charges may […]
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A DWI conviction can negatively impact your career, finances and overall quality of life. Hiring a skilled and aggressive criminal […]
Continue ReadingJarrett Ambeau discusses his uncommon journey to becoming a criminal defense attorney and starring in a Netflix docuseries
By Anna Kate Krieger | As published by LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Alumni News Jarrett Ambeau was working […]
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A DWI conviction can negatively impact your career, finances and overall quality of life. If you have been arrested for a DWI, […]
Continue ReadingAssault and Battery in Louisiana
Assault and battery are related but different crimes. In Louisiana, assault and battery without weapons are typically charged as misdemeanor […]
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Being charged with a crime or facing a prison sentence is a scary, nerve-racking experience. Even if you have been […]
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Your Miranda Rights
Your defense in a criminal case turns on the facts and law. Your rights as a person exist in the […]
Continue ReadingCarnal Knowledge of a Juvenile
What is Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile? State laws vary regarding carnal knowledge of a juvenile, and it is important […]
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I often read and hear the term “touch DNA” when reviewing DNA analyses and police reports. Usually, this term is […]
Continue ReadingFrom WBRZ: Former deputy’s attorney wants trial delayed in child sex crimes case.
Former deputy’s attorney wants trial delayed in child sex crimes case. May 03, 2022 11:40 AM in Top Story Source: WBRZ By: Taylor Rubach […]
Continue ReadingSpecific Criminal Intent vs. General Criminal Intent
What is Criminal Intent? Criminal intent is defined in the Louisiana law as either specific or general. Specific criminal intent is […]
Continue ReadingWho is “Innocent Until Proven Guilty” anymore?
Step Into The Shoes Before getting into the deep thoughts in this blog, I want to present to you a […]
Continue ReadingWho Am I & How DNA Figured It Out!
Posted by Jarrett P. AmbeauJul 06, 20210 Comments Face composite sketch of Steven Alexander Crawford HOW CAN DNA AND FORENSIC EVIDENCE […]
Continue ReadingThe 6th Amendment “Speedy Trial” and Louisiana Article 701 and what it means for you!
The right to a speedy trial is given to us in the Constitution under the 6th Amendment. “In all criminal […]
Continue ReadingFirst-Degree Murder vs. Second-Degree Murder
What Does a First-Degree Murder Charge Mean? A first-degree murder in Louisiana refers to the killing of a human being […]
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Role of a Public Defender?
In the U.S., the role of a public defender is to represent clients who cannot pay for private counsel and […]
Continue ReadingWhy Does Louisiana Lead the Nation in Murders?
Statistics of Violence in New Orleans and Surrounding Cities If you are a resident of Louisiana, then you know there […]
Continue ReadingIs It a Crime to Not File Taxes?
Find Out if You Are Legally Obligated to File a Tax Return In the year 2020, due to the COVID-19 […]
Continue ReadingHow Should Firearms Be Transported in a Boat?
What “Shall-Issue” Laws Mean and How They Affect Your Rights in the Boat Lovers Dream State, Louisiana Gun ownership is […]
Continue ReadingWhat Does the Law Say About Prostitution?
About Criminal Prostitution Law and What Acts Are Considered Prostitution Prostitution is defined as the exchange of sexual activity for money. […]
Continue ReadingPrinciples of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
Improving Quality of Life for Citizens Through Safer Communities Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design is a multi-disciplinary approach of crime […]
Continue ReadingHow Does Court-Ordered Community Service Work?
Common Examples of Court-Ordered Community Service Court-ordered community service, also called community restitution, is a form of punishment that benefits […]
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