Domestic Violence Battery Laws Louisiana

The following is a comprehensive guide to offense of domestic battery in Louisiana. What is Domestic Abuse Battery? In Louisiana, Domestic Abuse Battery is the intentional use of force or violence committed by one household member upon the person of another household member.  The statute may be found at La. R.S. 14:35.3. "Household member" [...]

Stalking Laws Louisiana

What is stalking under Louisiana Law? In Louisiana, Stalking is defined as the intentional and repeated following or harassing of another person that would cause a reasonable person to feel alarmed or to suffer emotional distress. Stalking shall include but not be limited to the following: Intentional and repeated uninvited presence of a person [...]

2025-08-28T18:05:47-05:00August 25th, 2025|Criminal Defense, Stalking|

Ignition Interlock Offenses

What are some violations of Ignition Interlock Devices Louisiana? No person who, as a condition of probation, is prohibited from operating a motor vehicle unless it is equipped with an ignition Interlock Device shall: (1)  Operate, lease, or borrow a motor vehicle unless that vehicle is equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device. (2)  Request or [...]

2025-02-10T16:20:11-06:00January 10th, 2025|Criminal Defense, DWI DUI|

Louisiana Burglary Laws

  Overview of Louisiana Burglary Laws Burglary in Louisiana is defined as the unlawful entry into a structure with intent to commit crime inside.  Burglary frequently occurs when there are no witnesses or victims present to actually identify the perpetrator. Therefore, false accusations occur regularly.  THESE CRIMES ARE FELONIES, it is crucial that you retain an [...]

2024-04-11T16:32:00-05:00April 10th, 2024|Burglary, Criminal Defense|

Crimes Against Nature Louisiana

In 2014, the Louisiana legislature repealed the statutes regarding Incest and renamed the offense Crimes Against Nature. Definition The marriage to, or sexual intercourse with, any ascendant or descendant, brother or sister, uncle or niece, aunt or nephew, with knowledge of their relationship. The relationship must be by consanguinity, but it is immaterial whether [...]

2024-04-11T13:47:35-05:00April 9th, 2024|Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes|

Criminal Mischief Laws Louisiana

In Louisiana,  Criminal Mischief is a misdemeanor offense that can be prosecuted in both state or municipal court.  If you are facing a criminal mischief charge, contact an experienced Misdemeanor Defense Attorney. Criminal Mischief  Criminal mischief is the intentional performance of any of the following acts: (1)  Tampering with any property of another, without [...]

2024-04-11T13:48:04-05:00April 9th, 2024|Criminal Defense, Criminal Mischief|
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