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Trisha Ward
Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Louisiana Trisha Ward is a criminal law attorney with 19 years of legal experience. Licensed in Louisiana since April 14, 2007, she has built her career around criminal defense, constitutional law, and advocating for individuals facing serious legal challenges. Trisha earned her Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Civil Law from Louisiana…
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Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Louisiana Blane Mader is a criminal law attorney at Rozas Law Firm with more than four years of experience in civil defense litigation and criminal defense. His approach to practicing law is shaped by a background that combines philosophy, performance, critical thinking, and courtroom advocacy. Blane earned his law degree from…
Read MoreMichelle AndrePont
Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Louisiana Michelle Andrepont is a criminal law attorney with more than 31 years of experience as a public defender, including more than five years as the District Public Defender in Caddo Parish in Shreveport. She began practicing law in 1992 and has dedicated her career to criminal defense and constitutional criminal…
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Louisiana Criminal Defense Attorney Focused on Advocacy Mark Richardson is a Louisiana criminal defense attorney at Rozas Law Firm who entered the legal profession with a desire to help people through persuasive speaking and writing. He earned his law degree from Southern University Law Center and was admitted to practice in Louisiana on May 11,…
Read MoreWhat should I do after being charged with a misdemeanor?
Do not ignore the charge, miss court, or plead guilty without understanding the consequences. Keep your paperwork, avoid discussing the case online, and contact a Louisiana misdemeanor lawyer as soon as possible.
Read MoreIs there a third degree misdemeanor in Louisiana?
No. Louisiana does not recognize “third degree misdemeanor” as a legal category, either in Baton Rouge or anywhere else in the state. If that’s the term you searched, you’re not alone—many people use terminology they’ve seen in other states or online. In Louisiana, misdemeanors aren’t divided into first-, second-, or third-degree offenses. Instead, the potential…
Read MoreCan a misdemeanor affect immigration status?
Yes, certain misdemeanor charges may affect immigration status, depending on the offense and the person’s situation. Noncitizens should speak with a lawyer before pleading guilty because criminal and immigration consequences can overlap.
Read MoreCan a misdemeanor affect my job or background check?
Yes, a misdemeanor conviction may appear on a background check and raise concerns for employers. This can matter even more for jobs involving driving, security, healthcare, childcare, finance, or professional licensing.
Read MoreCan you go to jail for a misdemeanor in Louisiana?
Yes, some Louisiana misdemeanors may carry jail time. The risk depends on the charge, your record, the facts, and the court. Even if jail is not likely, fines, probation, classes, and a criminal record may still create serious problems.
Read MoreDo I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor in Louisiana?
Yes, it is smart to speak with a lawyer before making decisions in a misdemeanor case. A conviction may affect your record, job, license, housing, school, or immigration status. A lawyer can review the facts and help protect your rights.
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