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...
*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...
MYTHBUSTERS
As the heat of summer reaches depths of hell temperatures, Louisiana gears up for its favorite season. No, not fall – football season! While...
New Bills Before Legislature Seek to Crack Down on OWI’s
Gov. Jindal announced seven new legislative proposals which will seek to crack down on impaired driving. If approved all of these proposals will severely...
Change Is Not Always For The Better
The 2014 regular Louisiana Legislative session saw several changes in the area of OWI laws. Act 385 completely overhauled LSA-R.S. 14:98, Louisiana’s OWI defining...
So You Think You Want A New Car…
Ahhh that new car smell. Sirius satellite radio. Plush leather seats. Burled walnut dash. Cool new hands-free parallel parking. Pre-installed breathalyzer, a permanent ignition...
If Senator Perry Has His Way…
State Senator Jonathan Perry is a good guy. I have known him for many years now. He is a conscientious legislator and responsible public...
We Still Have A Waze To Go
Waze the popular Google traffic application makes it easy for drivers to share with fellow motorists the location of any speed traps or police...
CAN IT GET ANY WORSE?
If California legislators have their way, yes. Read the following article if you have any doubt as to where we are headed with drinking...
Please Don’t Blow!
Although it’s true that breathalyzers are, by themselves, inaccurate, many people are mistake when they believe that they can trick a breathalyzer into producing...