How Does Bail Work in Louisiana?

How Does Bail Work in Louisiana?

Many people have heard of “posting bail” or someone being “bailed out” of jail, but what does this actually mean? How does bail work? What’s the difference between bail and bail bonds? Understanding Louisiana bail bonds can be tricky, which is why many people turn to...
Criminal Aiding and Abetting

Criminal Aiding and Abetting

Any person accused of criminal aiding and abetting assisted someone in committing a crime, one way or another. Generally, these people are not present when the actual crime occurs. However, they knew about the crime before or after it happened and helped the person or...
Burglary, Theft, and Robbery: Main Differences

Burglary, Theft, and Robbery: Main Differences

If you unlawfully take someone else’s property, they have the right to bring criminal charges against you. Although you might think burglary, theft, and robbery are different words for the same crime, Louisiana law defines them as different crimes. The most important...
Do I Need A Shreveport Hit and Run Attorney?

Do I Need A Shreveport Hit and Run Attorney?

Do you need a hit-and-run attorney? Many people believe “hit and run” only applies when a vehicle strikes a pedestrian and doesn’t stop. But the definition of a hit-and-run is much broader than that. A hit-and-run accident could involve intersections between traffic...
Louisiana Arraignment Hearings

Louisiana Arraignment Hearings

Hollywood has certainly misportrayed the way that the criminal justice system actually works. Because of this, many clients have preconceived notions as to how the process will begin, and for the most part, the ideas simply are not realistic.  Often times, family...
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