by Larrion Hillman | Aug 6, 2025 | Auto, Traffic Tickets
As of August 1, 2025, the penalties for hit and run just got a little steeper. As a former prosecutor and now criminal defense attorney, I can tell you never to leave the scene of an accident. If you leave the scene and the accident results in death or serious bodily...
by Larrion Hillman | Aug 6, 2025 | Auto, Traffic Tickets
On August 1, 2025, it got way easier for officers to justify pulling you over. The Louisiana Legislature passed the distracted driving bill, which says you can only use a cell phone hands-free, like through Bluetooth or speakerphone. As a former prosecutor and now...
by Larrion Hillman | Jul 30, 2025 | Auto, Traffic Tickets
Louisiana vehicles just got a little cooler—literally! As a former prosecutor and now criminal defense attorney, I can tell you that you can get those windows tinted! As of August 1, 2025, the law changes the visibility level for front side windows from 45% down to...
by Larrion Hillman | Jul 30, 2025 | Auto, Traffic Tickets
Move over, Rover. As of August 1, 2025, Louisiana has altered and increased penalties for driving in the left-hand lane longer than necessary to pass another vehicle. As a former prosecutor and now criminal defense attorney, I can tell you the law now requires you to...
by Larrion Hillman | Jul 3, 2025 | Auto, Giving your name to officers, Police Investigation, Traffic Tickets
An officer has approached you asking your name; what can you do? As a former prosecutor and now a criminal defense attorney, I read the current law as it requires you to provide your name, address, and an explanation of your actions. Remember, this requirement hinges...
by Larrion Hillman | Dec 1, 2023 | Traffic Tickets
What to do if stopped? December 1st, 2023 What to do when you are stopped… I’ve had several conversations about what it takes not to get a ticket when you are pulled over. It depends on the circumstances, but common sense goes a long way. Follow my...
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