Legal Insights & Defense Strategies
Stay informed and empowered with expert legal insights from Sallinger / Melancon Defense Attorneys. Our insights page features the latest updates on criminal defense strategies and case law developments to help you better understand your rights. Whether you’re looking for guidance on legal matters or want to stay ahead of changes in criminal law, our attorneys provide in-depth analysis and practical knowledge. Explore our latest articles below.
No Refusal and Forced Blood Extraction
Certain parishes institute a “no refusal” program. Under these programs, an individual who “refuses” to voluntarily submit to a breath test will be served...
I Thought the Legal Limit Was .08
If you are over 21, it is – sort of. Under Louisiana law, if you are over 21 and you test above .08 on...
What’s Worse: Driving Drunk or Texting While Driving?
ORLANDO, FL, March 23, 2015 — PersonalInjury.com, the definitive source to find personal injury news stories and to find experienced injury attorneys, today called...
*EXPUNGEMENT UPDATE*
To best serve our clients as they navigate the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be providing frequent updates on state and...
Get Some Sleep!
What can you do to prepare for safe holiday road trips this year? Try getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep each...
Higher Alcohol Taxes May Lead To Fewer Drunk-Driving Deaths
Higher alcohol taxes in Illinois are associated with a decrease in alcohol-related car crash deaths, a new study finds. “Similar alcohol tax increases implemented...
Courtroom Education Can Be Expensive
ALBUQUERQUE – Four charges, including a DWI, against an Albuquerque man have been dropped thanks to two Assistant District Attorneys who reportedly didn’t play...
Expungements. Anyone can do this, right?
Many people have found themselves needing to cleanup an arrest or conviction from their record and think, “Oh, this should be easy, I just...
It’s Just a Machine
Ever wonder why people place such trust in the reading of a breath testing device? I do all of the time. Police, prosecutors, judges...
Dumb and Dumber in Baton Rouge
One would think that when it comes to the Constitution, people would show some respect and just leave well enough alone. Not so in...