A person is considered under arrest (according the case law from the U.S. Supreme Court) when they are reasonable in assuming they are not free to...

What should I do?

Filing a false police report is a crime; especially, when it results in an innocent man being incarcerated and charged with a serious crime. These...

Will this go on my criminal record? Is this considered reckless driving even if he only gave me a summon for speeding?

If you received a summons for speeding, that will likely be the formal charge. The court cannot decide to add additional charges. Technically, a...

Can my record be expunged? if so can I get my right to bare arms restored aswell?

Article 893 applies for felonies and Art 894 applies for misdemeanors. Both statutes allow for an accused to plead guilty and have their conviction...

Can an attorney get me out of a first time possession of schedule II in Louisiana

By "get me out" I am assuming you mean get the charges dismissed without you being convicted, jailed or paying a fine. No one can answer that...

Got multiple non moving infraction tickets (12 + and counting) back to back for over speeding in school zone

Were these infractions by way of a camera? I would suggest contacting a lawyer who specializes in handling traffic matters. If these offenses were...

By pleading no contest to a misdemeanor will I still be eligible to expunge my record later?

Louisiana has a specific statute that will allow an expungement. If you plead guilty without the benefit of this statute, obtaining an expungement...

What should I do if a cop lied on my police report? Should I fight the charge? Can I get in trouble because of my friend's pipe?

The police officer would be required to log into evidence any contraband seized pursuant to a stop. This means the police officer would have to log...

While I agree that in most instances, intent is a necessary element of a crime, from the circumstances you describe it appears you could be charged...

Do I need representation for first offense simple battery and criminal trespassing?

Were you charged with a crime? Was your ex's girlfriend charged with a crime? If you were not charged, you will be represented by the Lake Charles...