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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Louisiana on
Q: Can you get a simple battery domestic abuse charge expunged

I successfully completed the Diversion program throught the DA office in Orleans pariah along with random drug screens so can I get this charge expunged

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Louisiana on
Q: I can prove a state trooper lied on my arrest report, what actions can be taken against the trooper?

Report stated he saw me speeding. Never mentioned it. Found in. No cam footage.

Vehicle had no insurance, charged with that.

He smelled marijuana and searched my vehicle.

Body cam footage shows 6 minutes in he's found a “freshly burnt” joint between the seats. 5... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: My son been in jail for 61 fays now ; cant affird to bail out , this would be his first offense, hasnt been in trouble b

My son was arrested and booked into lpcc on May 11, 2024. He was in the cirle k store parking lot and rode their with his Auntie's neighbor. The neighbor was a convicted felon and owner of the vehicle . Cops searched the vehicle in parking lot at circle k and found guns and drugs. My son said... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

It's deeply concerning that your son has been in jail for 61 days without any communication from his public defender or any information about his case. It's important to take immediate steps to address this situation. First, try to contact the public defender's office directly.... View More

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Q: State trooper report is different than body cam. lit joint was not lit. What actions can we take against him for lying?

The search started 6 minutes before he discovered a joint with ash on it between 2 seats. He called it a freshly burnt joint. 5 more minutes pass before he actually retrieves the joint by hand. In the arrest report he stated he found a lit joint, cause for arrest DUI. Body Cam is clear, no... View More

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Q: How to get husband jail sentence reduced for probation violation?

Husband is the only one working, we have three kids and his mother in the home. The mother has lung cancer. His violation was for not starting an anger management class due to being in rehab.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: I was arrested for possession of cds sch2 with intent was incarcerated 10 months lost job home vehicle lost everything

The 2nd judicial appealed my case so it went to higher court and all 3 judges signed my favor

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Losing everything due to a wrongful arrest must have been incredibly difficult. It's a relief that the higher court ruled in your favor, but the damage done to your life is significant.

Given your circumstances, you may have grounds...
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Q: Why would a lawyer allow a parent who failed a drug test, have unsupervised visitation?

Justice Court Judge in a divorce case. The parent is not following court order, and states he will do what he wants. This visitation is a temporary ruling by the judge.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Estate Planning, Family Law and Civil Litigation for Louisiana on
Q: Stolen firearms by my deceased daughters stepsister how to retrieve items

in 2022 I have legal document small estate affidavit that's notarized and witnessed the firearms are listed in this document

2 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property, Real Estate Law and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: I need a lawyer for property matter its long story can i find a lawyer who can talk to me about this
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Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jun 26, 2024

Use the Justia Find a Lawyer at the top and search for a lawyer in the area you are located and the subject matter you need and see if anyone pops up. You may have to expand your search if nothing pops up but at a minmum, please consult with a lawyer to get general advice on your situation and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: In the state of Louisiana who has the right to consent to a search?

The police came to my house asked what I did over the weekend and then when I said no to th search they put me in hand cuffs

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

In Louisiana, the right to consent to a search is generally held by:

1. The property owner

2. A person with apparent authority over the property (e.g., a tenant or resident)

3. An adult occupant of the premises

However, there are important points to consider in your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: If I owe taxes on my house in Louisiana can I use it to post bail
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answered on Jun 19, 2024

In Louisiana, you cannot directly use your house to post bail if you owe taxes on it. Bail typically requires cash or a bail bond, not property with liens or tax obligations.

However, if you can clear the owed taxes and gain clear ownership, you might be able to use the house as collateral...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: So my friend and his friend was picked up on an arrest warrant for distribution of meth. Yet in reality the CI called

Her to come smoke with him after they ran out he sent her to find more. She went got her friend and he sold him some of what he had thinking they wanted to continue smoking meanwhile he had got wires up to gain help gain a distribution. They were arrested on a warrant which turned into a affidavit... View More

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

You should contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to discuss the specifics of the case and the possibility of challenging the arrest. It's important to gather all relevant information, including the circumstances of the alleged offense and the details of the arrest. If the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can a case be thrown out if a person hasn't been charged with a crime for over a year?

My sister in law has been waiting to be charged with either a misdemeanor or a felony assault charge of battery. She hit my brother with her car, barely. The video can't tell if it was an accident. She stopped immediately and got out to check on him, and he got up all happy and clapping his... View More

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answered on May 1, 2024

In your sister-in-law's situation, considering the duration of the case and the changes in the charges, it's understandable why you might question if her right to a speedy trial has been compromised. Generally, the right to a speedy trial is protected by the Sixth Amendment in the U.S.... View More

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Q: I am being charged for cruelty to juveniles, do I need a lawyer to represent me? Can I have the charges dropped?

Can I have my charge reduced?

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Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 18, 2024

If you are charged with a crime in Louisiana, then you should have a lawyer represent you. While the State (prosecution) has the burden of proof, you need a lawyer to represent you to make sure your rights are protected and to make sure that the State (prosecuton) does not attempt to take... View More

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: My bf was arrested by game warden while on probation so he’s on a probation hold for nothing

He was on his boat, he’s 45 years old, and the goHe was not drunk, but still arrested and has 6 charges that are rediculous and should be dropped. But while in jail they brought new charges , felonious ones now. They are for killing too many turkeys and possession of a firearm by a person with a... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about your boyfriend's situation. That must be incredibly stressful and frustrating for both of you. A few thoughts:

It's difficult to say definitively whether the charges will hold up without knowing all the details, but in general, wardens and...
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Q: If my trial is tomorrow and the DA still hasn't turned over the evidence to my attorney, what most likely would happen?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 9, 2024

You have an attorney----please discuss your options with your attorney----your attorney (with or without the evidence being turned over) should know more about your case and your situation and the possible options when you go to Court for your trial then any of us on this message board.

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Q: Can the state of Louisiana charge you with armed robbery, if they don’t have a victim or evidence of armed robbery?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 15, 2024

Can they charge or file a bill of information? They can but it most likely would be defective if they do not have a victim alleged in the bill/charge. That said, if there is no victim and/or no evidence, then the State would not be able to convict ---I would strongly have one involved in this... View More

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