Author name: Keith T. Whiddon, Attorney at Law, LLC

Being pulled over is a very scary experience. Things may become even more frightening if an officer asks to search your vehicle. It is important to know that under the Fourth Amendment, you are protected from illegal searches and seizures. This protection extends to not only your person, but your personal belongings, such as your […]

Being placed under arrest is extremely stressful. You will likely be scared and unsure of what to do while the police officer is questioning you. The actions you take during an arrest though, are extremely important, as they can either help or hurt your future criminal case. If you or someone you love has been

People may commonly think of New Orleans when they think of visitors to Louisiana, but there is a lot in Ouachita Parish to attract people to this area of the state, as well. When tourists come to check out the Northeast Louisiana Cotton Festival and Fair, the Dragon Boat Festival, or the Crawfish City Festival,

If police pull you over because they suspect you of drunk driving, they may ask you to perform a field sobriety test. Field sobriety tests are done roadside and are used so law enforcement can determine if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These tests are largely misunderstood and if you take

So, you went out with friends one night, had a few drinks, and on the way home, you see flashing lights behind you. The police are pulling you over and you are scared that they may find out you have been drinking. When the police officer reaches your window, they will ask you a number

Recently,  a 21-year-old woman was charged with stealing a car to pick up her boyfriend from jail. Law enforcement has reported that the woman admitted to the car theft and that she was charged with illegal possession of stolen property. The story is an interesting one, as it highlights the fact that there are a

Louisiana law defines a misdemeanor as an offense that is not classified as a felony. Typically, this includes offenses that are punishable by only up to six months in jail. Domestic abuse, driving while intoxicated, and simple assault are just a few offenses that are often considered misdemeanors. It is a common misconception that you

There are many reasons you may have to take a drug test. Perhaps a potential employer requires you to take one before they will hire you. Or, maybe you are required to take drug tests as part of your probation. Whatever the reason, you may be worried about taking the test, even if you know

If you were accused of taking something that doesn’t belong to you, you may be facing serious criminal charges. If you’re convicted of the crime, you could end up with jail time and fines, depending on your specific offense. To fully understand the penalties that might apply to your case, it’s important to know what