| Oct 1, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Robbery is an ongoing problem in areas of Louisiana. A young man was arrested recently on charges of armed robbery. The individual, a 27-year-old male, was apprehended in a parking lot in the West Lake Forrest area. He allegedly robbed a Chevron station in the Little...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Sep 6, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Violent crimes and drug crimes continue to be a problem in Louisiana. Two men who were shot in a park in La Marque on the Fourth of July are now alleged to have been there to commit a robbery. This is according to reports from the La Marque Police Department. The...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Aug 6, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Teenagers under the influence of illegal drugs in Louisiana can exhibit strange behavior and may not be fully aware of their actions. This is no excuse for inappropriate or illegal behavior, nor should it deny a person’s right to a criminal defense. Regardless...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Jul 24, 2018 | Criminal Defense
The flashing lights of an approaching police car can alarm anyone in Louisiana. Being a teenage driver and seeing flashing lights coming up from behind can be frightening. The fear can cause a fight or flight instinct to kick in, resulting in a high speed chase...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Jul 10, 2018 | Criminal Defense
When police in Louisiana receive a tip that an allegedly stolen vehicle may have been involved in a crime, the police will be on the lookout for that vehicle. If the vehicle is spotted by police, they may pursue it, and this may end in a high speed chase. Anyone...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Jun 21, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Where significant sums of money change hands, robberies are likely to occur in Louisiana. This includes banks, liquor stores, convenience stores and now fast food restaurants. Orleans and Jefferson Parish fast food restaurants have been the target of a spate of recent...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | Jun 6, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Many people in our society are struggling to rebuild their lives through recovery from drug or alcohol problems. The fight to get sober and the resolve to begin life anew in Louisiana remains an ongoing battle, even for those with multiple years of sobriety. Romantic...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | May 29, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Witness accounts and descriptions are frequently used to apprehend suspects in Louisiana. Just because a person who is apprehended appears to match a description provided by a witness does not preclude that person from the legal protections available to all those...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | May 16, 2018 | Criminal Defense
When under pressure or emotionally distressed, an individual can make regrettable actions. Sometimes the action can lead to legal trouble, potentially causing more anxiety for the individual. One Louisiana man is facing attempted murder charges after an altercation...
On Behalf of The Sanchez Law Firm, LLC | May 9, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Working in an organization that receives large amounts of money can be daunting to handle properly. Like many organizations, sometimes mistakes are made, and money is misplaced or not tracked correctly. One Louisiana woman is now facing criminal charges after being...