Risks of a criminal record in Louisiana
Having a criminal record can affect many aspects of a person’s life, and many people with criminal record face constant barriers. A criminal record can limit where a person lives and can make it difficult to secure a good job. What’s more, your arrest, even if you weren’t convicted, will show up on a criminal record.
It is customary for employers to check the criminal record of any prospective applicants, so a criminal arrest and conviction can keep you from getting a better job and better pay. You can be overlooked for a job after job even if you have a minor crime on your record, so you need to launch a solid defense.
Some people with criminal convictions can have their records expunged and have their arrest and conviction cleared from their public criminal records. USAttorneys recommends you have a criminal defense lawyer assist you with your expungement application and administrative hearing. Your expungement request should be sent to the Clerk of Court in your area. For a complete list visit: http://www.laclerksofcourt.org/clerksofcourt.htm.
East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court
222 St. Louis Street, Room 179
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court
800 South Buchanan Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
Orleans Parish Clerk of Court – Criminal District
2700 Tulane Avenue, Room 114
New Orleans, LA 70119
Public defender vs. private attorney
Everyone in the U.S. facing a criminal charge in Louisiana is entitled to legal representation. If they don’t have the funds to hire a private defense attorney, they will be assigned a public defender. While public defenders are competent and effective, most people have far better outcomes for their cases when they enlist a criminal defense attorney with a private Louisiana practice.
