Reckless Driving Penalties in Louisiana
Reckless Driving Penalties in Louisiana Did you know that the number of US traffic deaths increased by 18.4% in the first half of 2021? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration conducted behavioral research that showed that the number of people not wearing a seatbelt and speeding has increased. They have seen an increasing trend of […]
Whether you should take or refuse the breathalyzer test
Whether you should take or refuse the breathalyzer test It is frequently asked, “Should I take or refuse the breathalyzer test if I get pulled over for a DWI?” Before I answer that, I must say that this is not formal legal advice. Hire a DWI attorney if you have a charge. Every case is […]
How Much is The Bail For 1st Offense DWI in Louisiana?
How Much is The Bail For 1st Offense DWI in Louisiana? When a defendant is arrested for DWI, the police officer has the option of booking the defendant in jail or issuing a summons to appear in court. If the defendant is booked in jail, a bail amount must be established by the judge or […]
How Long Does a DWI Count Against Your insurance in Louisiana?
How Long Does a DWI Count Against Your insurance in Louisiana? In Louisiana, the standard laws surrounding driving while intoxicated cases are quite straightforward and set on the point. They offer up extensive and severe penalties on DWI offenders. Furthermore, with each DWI case, you’re involved in, the penalties to be faced increase, in terms […]
In Louisiana, how much jail time for DWI with child endangerment?
In Louisiana, how much jail time for DWI with child endangerment? In a place like Louisiana, a DWI offense could be very disastrous especially when there is a case of child endangerment. Also, in Louisiana, crimes that involve children are seen as one of the greatest crimes and these crimes are taken very seriously because […]
Blood Analysis & DWI: There are Defenses
Blood Analysis & DWI: There are Defenses In Louisiana, you are not permitted to turn down a blood alcohol test, unlike a sobriety test. If asked about it, you must do it or else the police officer may get a warrant. If you refuse, you will face more severe penalties according to Louisiana’s Implied Consent Law. […]
DWI Probation in Louisiana
DWI Probation in Louisiana Let’s discuss what happens if you are placed on probation for misdemeanor DWI in Louisiana. Depending on your case and the circumstances surrounding your case, the judge in your misdemeanor DWI case may sentence you to six months in jail, suspend that sentence, and place you on probation. The state legislature […]
Legal Limit of Alcohol to Drive in Louisiana
Legal Limit of Alcohol to Drive in Louisiana In Louisiana, driving under the influence of alcohol is a very serious offense, and your blood alcohol concentration level is mostly used to determine if you were driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. When you get arrested for DWI, you will […]
How to Obtain Driver’s License After First DWI in Louisiana?
How to Obtain Driver’s License After First DWI in Louisiana? We all know that getting a driver’s license after having a DWI related offense in your records isn’t very easy. After the first DWI related offense, getting your driver’s license back becomes a bit of a hassle. The authorities, especially in Louisiana will have little […]
DWI Expungement in Louisiana & Article 894
DWI Expungement in Louisiana & Article 894 This focus of this article is on DWI first offense and the ability to expunge an arrest and/or conviction. There are basically three scenarios regarding DWI and expungements. First, the defendant pleads guilty or is found guilty at trial. If the judge elects to sentence the defendant under article […]
