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...
Sobriety Court
York County PA is becoming known for leading the nation with an innovative program, called Target 25, to reduce repeat drunk driving. Judge John...
Madame Delegate
Allyson Prejean has been appointed by the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD) practitioners as the one and only official delegate to represent the...
My Ultimate Goal: No Repeat Business
One of the greatest achievements that I can point to in my career as a representative of families who have loved ones charged with...
Bones Regards Spock, The Ultimate OWI Practitioner
It has been said that practicing OWI defense law at its highest level is akin to playing three-dimensional chess. There are nuances and complications...
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...
Can you hear me now?
Motorists are now prohibited from using any type of hand held wireless communications device, also known as a cell phone, while traveling through schools...
But My Dog Was Driving, Officer
Those accused of traffic violations can come up with many alternative theories of reality which support their innocence. Recently, a driver in Port St....
Greatest Myth of the Self-Anointed Legal Dilettante
If you are a public figure in Acadiana, you receive special treatment in the legal system. False. I cannot speak for concert passes, stadium...
Of Tragedy, Fortitude and Redemption
What started out as a seemingly innocent outing for three young men ended in a tragedy which affected the lives of many. After nearly...