Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

Is it really a felony?

In 2001 I was charged and convicted of illegal possession of stolen things. I served six months unsupervised probation. Is it true that it was a felony? And if so I feel really stupid for going six years thinking it wasn't.


Asked on 11/28/07, 9:55 am

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Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Is it really a felony?

How much was the property worth? If it was worth over $300, then it is a felony. If less than $300 it is a misdemeanor. Also, if you were sentenced under Code of Criminal Procedure 893, then it was a felony and if you were sentenced under 894, it was a misdemeanor. Hope that helps.

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Answered on 11/28/07, 11:09 am


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