Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana
if a defendant was walking down at night and two officer jumped out the car and asked the defendant to empty hims pockets and put your hands on the car. Defendant ran because he feared for his life. They caught him and then arrested. He was charged with open container and possesion of control substance that was found no where near the defendant. They stated the probable cause was an open container when the found no alchlolic beverage around. When court was in session there were no evidence.
Asked on 10/07/10, 12:40 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas
Mandie Seale Lucas
An officer has the authority to question people on the street . They can pat down for their safety and if the person acts suspiciously such as running-they can be arrested.
Answered on 10/12/10, 5:50 pm
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