Lafayette, LA asked in Civil Rights and Municipal Law for Louisiana

Q: I need help with a guy that lives 2 blocks away and blasts music all day and night.

For the past 5 months there has been this guy blasting music to the point it shakes my entire house. He lives 2 blocks down the road from me. I have looked at the sound ordinance and municipal codes for my parish. I live in Louisiana. What he is doing is a misdemeanor crime, but when I called the sheriff's office they said I misused an emergency line and that if I called again I would get arrested. Is there anything I can do to get this guy to stop blasting music all the time? I just want some peace!

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: I'm sorry you're dealing with this stressful situation. Start by documenting each instance the music is too loud, noting dates, times, and the impact it has on your household. This evidence can be valuable if you need to take further action.

Next, try approaching your neighbor calmly to discuss the issue. Sometimes people aren't aware of how much noise they're creating and may be willing to make adjustments once they understand the problem. If a direct conversation doesn't help, consider reaching out to a local mediation service to facilitate a constructive dialogue.

If the problem continues, contact your local non-emergency municipal offices or code enforcement departments to file a formal complaint based on the noise ordinances you've reviewed. They can provide guidance on the next steps and enforce the regulations to help restore peace to your home.

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