Tax fraud and tax evasion are serious crimes and can carry serious penalties. When facing an investigation or criminal charges related to tax fraud and tax evasion, it is important for accused individuals to understand how to protect themselves and respond to...
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Federal charges require a strong criminal defense
Federal criminal charges can be particularly serious because of the extensive resources of the federal government to prosecute them. Accusations of white collar crimes and federal charges require a serious and informed criminal defense response. The potential...
Louisiana woman facing serious felony drug charges
Any type of drug charge is a serious matter. A traffic stop in Louisiana recently turned into the arrest of a Louisiana woman on multiple serious felony drug charges. The 47-year old woman is facing 5 drug charges following being stopped by authorities after...
What are felony charges and why are they serious?
Felonies are the most serious type of criminal charges an individual can be charged with. They carry the most serious consequences and harsh penalties. Felonies can be punished with a year or more in prison and fines. The potential length of punishment...
What is the National Sex Offender Registry?
Sex offender registries are discussed in common parlance but you may wonder what they are and what the reporting requirements are for sex offenders. Because sex offense crimes vary by state, the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act categorizes sex...
Confrontation with ex-girlfriend leads to allegations against man
Baton Rouge residents might not be thinking about the long-term consequences in a moment of anger. After the fact, though, they will face a litany of issues if there is an incident and it leads to allegations of assault and other crimes. When arrested and...
Copyright infringement considered a white collar crime
An individual or business owner who obtains a copyright seeks to obtain protection for what is known as 'intellectual property.' Copyright protection is provided to things such as photographs, paintings, literary works, software and movies that are deemed to be...
Lovers’ quarrel leads to felony charges in Baton Rouge
Disputes between domestic partners can become heated and emotional. Partners may have a long history together and when they begin to argue, the situation can escalate quickly. Such was the case for one couple following a recent altercation in Baton Rouge. A...
What constitutes illegal access to online child pornography?
It is a serious offense to possess, distribute, sell or produce materials that portray or exploit a minor in a manner that is considered pornographic. Such possession or distribution of online child pornography is a federal crime that carries significant...
Louisiana lawyers represent clients charged with federal crimes
A Louisianan who has been charged with a crime may be in shock. It is quite possible that he or she had no idea that prosecutors were even conducting an investigation. Prosecutors may have compiled extensive evidence and be prepared to move quickly while, at...