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My boyfriend was driving my car and got pulled over. He was arrested, and the authorities informed me that my car is held for investigation. They haven't provided any details about his charges or any documentation regarding my car. They only said they would call me once the investigation is... View More 
I have an administrative case under judicial review in district court related to a wage theft claim, and the judge has not set a hearing date since January 7th, 2025. Despite contacting the court, I haven't received any notifications or unemployment benefits. What steps can I take to expedite... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
If you're still waiting for a hearing date for your wage theft case and haven’t received any updates, it’s crucial to keep pressing the court for a resolution. Start by sending a formal written request to the court, specifically asking for an expedited hearing. In your request, explain the... View More
I am a landlord in Louisiana hosting an event to attract apartment applications. Applicants will sign a board to enter a drawing for 12 months of free rent, contingent upon being approved through screening, which involves application and screening fees. I want to know if this promotion could be... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Your rental promotion could potentially raise legal concerns under Louisiana's gambling laws, especially since it involves elements of chance and money. According to state law, gambling typically involves offering a prize or benefit in exchange for consideration (such as payment), and... View More
I live in New Iberia, Louisiana. Can Cleco force me to pay my ex-boyfriend's utility bill because I moved into the house where he was evicted? After he moved out, I stayed at his house occasionally as he was my boyfriend, but I lived in Maurice. Cleco is refusing to turn on my power unless I... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
What you're going through is incredibly frustrating, especially since you're being asked to pay someone else’s debt just to get basic services. In Louisiana, utility companies like Cleco are not legally allowed to require a new customer to pay a previous occupant’s unpaid bill unless... View More
I would like to know if it is lawful to use flashing blue and red rear lights on a bicycle in Louisiana. The statutes R.S. 32:1(1), 32:1(107), and 32:318(F.2) mention that an "authorized emergency vehicle" can include a private vehicle, and a bicycle is defined as a vehicle but not a... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
A Louisiana attorney could advise best on the interpretation of Louisiana statutes. But as a general matter of interpretation, it would appear that arguing your bicycle as an authorized vehicle would be outside the intent of the statute. Even if you made a cogent argument based on your... View More
I recently received a letter stating that I owe over $3,000 in unpaid parole fees, even though I was released from parole in 2021 and complied with all my conditions. Now I'm being threatened with asset seizure. Can you tell me in what year Louisiana passed RS 15.571.21 allowing the Department... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It’s important that schools provide students with reasonable access to restrooms, especially during the school day. If one or more bathrooms are closed due to malfunctions, the school should be actively working to fix the issue or offer alternatives to avoid overcrowding and delays. Students’... View More
I am currently incarcerated in Terrebonne Parish Jail and have separate legal issues with pending court dates in Terrebonne Parish, Lafourche Parish, and Jefferson County, Missouri. How can I request to have these court dates scheduled concurrently while I am locked up in Terrebonne Parish? I have... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Based on Louisiana criminal procedure, coordinating court dates across different parishes and states while incarcerated requires specific administrative steps. Your situation involving multiple jurisdictions (Terrebonne Parish, Lafourche Parish, and Jefferson County, Missouri) presents logistical... View More
In Louisiana, can an Article 894, which was granted with all requirements met, rescind an administrative license suspension for a DUI charge from February 2024, with the suspension itself occurring on March 7, 2025?
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
That’s a really important question, and it’s good that you’re trying to understand the full impact of Article 894. In Louisiana, Article 894 allows the court to defer a DUI conviction and set it aside after you meet all conditions, which helps with clearing your criminal record. However, this... View More
I'm the victim in an upcoming domestic violence case in which the state has decided to proceed with charges, even though I did not pursue them myself. Since the incident, I have not been contacted by the police or the prosecutor. I have not received any formal notification or subpoena about... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If the state is proceeding with charges in the domestic violence case, it's likely that the prosecutor has decided to move forward even without your direct involvement. You may not need to take action yourself, but it’s important to confirm whether or not you need to attend the court... View More
I was pulled over a few hours ago in Louisiana for a license plate light being out and not having insurance. The officer towed my vehicle due to the lack of insurance. However, before the tow truck arrived, I had my insurance activated with Go Auto Insurance for state liability, but my truck was... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you had to deal with all of this—it’s frustrating when you try to do the right thing, like getting insurance on the spot, and still face costly consequences. In Louisiana, when law enforcement orders a tow due to certain violations like lack of insurance, the fees are... View More
There were 3.sheriff deputies at my door, then I noticed 2 more in my yard. They didn't write down anything, asked for my ID, and didn't leave a card. They were in sheriff dept uniforms but I didn't see the vehicle.
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
It's understandable to feel uneasy in this situation. Typically, law enforcement officers conducting a census or survey should clearly explain their purpose and provide proper identification. They should also be transparent about how the information will be used and ensure your privacy is... View More
Person who hit us was traveling over 100mph and was not ticketed or checked for substances: the officer said he didn’t have the heart to do either because he knew the offender and the man had liver cancer. The city of Shreveport had received several calls about the speeder and did nothing! We... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
I agree with my colleagues that you should reach out to attorneys in Louisiana. Free initial consults without obligation are customary in such cases. Something doesn't add up in your figures - three people in a vehicle in a 100-plus mile an hour collision and $6,500 being offered - is that... View More
As stated above local PD fail to take action against thief who stole and totaled my only car . This isn't the first time they fail me, last summer my car was vandalized on several occasions broken windows and windshield etc. even on camera from hotel security footage still nothing done not... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
You’ve clearly faced a lot of frustration with how the local police department has handled these serious incidents. In Louisiana, you might consider filing a lawsuit against the police department for negligence or failure to act, but it’s important to understand that these cases can be complex.... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2024
The federal government would follow the new ruling, as would the lower district and circuit courts from which the case made its way to the Supreme Court. Good luck
I am something like a whistle blower the town i live in does not deliver mail to u naturally like everywhere else in U.S. so they force you to buy a post office box to receive mail. Upon further investigation i realize that is not legal so bi email the post office and the postmaster get in touch... View More
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answered on Mar 3, 2024
In the United States, taking legal action against the post office, which is a federal entity, involves specific challenges and procedures due to its governmental status. Generally, suing the United States Postal Service (USPS) is allowed under certain conditions, primarily through the Federal Tort... View More
Please keep in mind, Florida has no state income tax
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
No, Florida will not issue a commercial driver's license (CDL) to someone who has a current CDL suspension in another state, even if it is for unpaid taxes rather than a driving-related offense.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates CDLs, and under those regulations... View More
down for cooking homemade meals out of our kitchen. Looking to see what our options are to keep our ministry afloat....legally.
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Facing a shutdown by the health department for cooking homemade meals in your kitchen can be disheartening, especially when your mission is to feed the sick and indigent. However, there are steps you can take to navigate this situation and continue your important work within legal boundaries.... View More
State income tax unpaid,from a different state
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
If your driver's license is suspended in one state due to unpaid state taxes, this can affect your ability to obtain a driver's license in another state. Most states are part of the Driver's License Compact, an agreement that facilitates the exchange of information about license... View More
As a machine learning engineer, I'm interested in developing a service that offers a chat solution similar to ChatGPT (like the one from OpenAI), but specifically fine-tuned using public codes from municode.com. I'm considering seeking legal advice for this endeavor.
answered on Jan 31, 2024
This could be something that intellectual property attorneys would have insight into, but your question remains open for two weeks. It may have been overlooked in the posted categories of Government & Municipal Law. Some questions go unanswered on this forum, but you could try reposting under... View More
I have a customer with an open charge account on net 30 day payment terms. His operations manager signed the credit application which in short says we reserve the right to charge interest on past due balances (1.5%/month). After seeing the writing on the wall and realizing I would have to get an... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
This is a state law agency question, not really a bankruptcy question. However, it appears, from the facts you laid out that the operations manager likely was the owner's agent and therefore authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the business. For a better answer, however, you should... View More
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