by Andre Belanger | Apr 7, 2020 | criminal defense
In Louisiana there are essentially 6 modes of sentencing people convicted of a criminal offense: a fine, jail, probation, home incarceration a split sentence and a habitual offender adjudication. This blog post will discuss each method. Prior to doing so, there are...
by Andre Belanger | Dec 28, 2018 | criminal defense
Maybe. Most crimes are probation eligible offenses. But, some are not and others allow for a term of probation only after serving a mandatory minimum period of jail time. Your criminal record is an important consideration. Individuals with previous felony convictions...
by Andre Belanger | Aug 28, 2017 | criminal defense
CAN A PERSON BE ARRESTED FOR POSSESSING DRUGS WHEN THEY FAIL A DRUG TEST WHILE ON PROBATION? I don’t think you can be arrested for failing a drug test for an underlying drug offense per se, although possessing drugs is implicit with the failed test. Louisiana...
by Andre Belanger | Aug 28, 2017 | criminal defense
What are the chances of going to jail due to failing a urine screen on probation? This can turn into a big deal if it isn’t handled properly. A standard condition of probation requires the probationer to obey the law and remain drug free. Obviously, when you fail a...
by Andre Belanger | Aug 28, 2017 | criminal defense
What is the difference between probation and parole? These two concepts are similar in appearance and function but have very important differences. Probation is an agreement with the accused and the court in which the court agrees to keep the defendant out of jail so...
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