What is A Conversation with a Louisiana Criminal Lawyer?

It is a podcast and video series hosted by Barry S. Ranshi, managing partner of The Barry S. Ranshi Law Firm in Kenner. Episodes discuss Louisiana criminal law topics such as search and seizure in drug cases, felony DUI cases and the criminal defense process. They provide general information, not legal advice.

Who hosts the podcast?

Barry S. Ranshi hosts the podcast. He is a New Orleans native and former Orleans Parish Assistant District Attorney who has also worked as a public defender and as a staff attorney to an Orleans Parish criminal court judge. He now focuses exclusively on criminal defense from his office in Kenner.

Can I rely on the videos for advice about my case?

No. The episodes give general information about Louisiana criminal law, and laws change over time. They cannot account for the facts of your case. Watching or listening does not create an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your situation, call (504) 905-8399 for a free, confidential consultation.

Which episode should I start with?

If you are new to the criminal justice system, start with The Road to Justice: Understanding the Criminal Defense Process for an overview. If your case involves drugs found in a search, try Louisiana Takedown. If you face a third or later DWI, Navigating a Serious Felony DUI is the most relevant.

Are there written guides on the same topics?

Yes. Our resources section has free written guides on Louisiana DWI penalties, license suspensions, drug possession and intent to distribute, bail, expungement and more. Each guide lists the Louisiana laws it relies on. They pair well with the podcast episodes.

Louisiana Criminal Defense Videos and Podcast

Does Barry Ranshi have a podcast about Louisiana criminal law?

Yes. Barry S. Ranshi, a Kenner criminal defense lawyer and former Orleans Parish prosecutor, hosts A Conversation with a Louisiana Criminal Lawyer. Episodes include "Louisiana Takedown: Understanding Search and Seizure Laws in Drug Cases," "Navigating a Serious Felony DUI: From Arrest to Resolution" and "The Road to Justice: Understanding the Criminal Defense Process." They offer general information, not legal advice.

Barry S. Ranshi, Managing Partner • Former Orleans Parish prosecutor

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About A Conversation with a Louisiana Criminal Lawyer
Louisiana Takedown: Understanding Search and Seizure Laws in Drug Cases
Navigating a Serious Felony DUI: From Arrest to Resolution
The Road to Justice: Understanding the Criminal Defense Process
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About A Conversation with a Louisiana Criminal Lawyer

A Conversation with a Louisiana Criminal Lawyer is Barry Ranshi's podcast and video series. In it, Barry talks through topics that people facing criminal charges in Louisiana often wonder about. He draws on his time as a staff attorney to an Orleans Parish criminal court judge, as an Orleans Parish prosecutor, as a public defender and now as a defense lawyer.

The episodes are meant to help you understand the process. They are general information, not legal advice about your situation.

Louisiana Takedown: Understanding Search and Seizure Laws in Drug Cases

As the title suggests, this episode focuses on search and seizure law in Louisiana drug cases: the rules that govern when police can search a person, a car or a home, and why those rules matter when drugs are found. Many drug cases depend on whether the evidence was gathered lawfully.

For more on this topic, see our drug charge defense page and our guide to possession vs. possession with intent.

Navigating a Serious Felony DUI: From Arrest to Resolution

This episode covers felony DUI cases, following a case from the arrest through to its resolution. In Louisiana, a DWI generally becomes a felony on the third offense, and the stakes include prison time, vehicle seizure and long license suspensions.

For more, visit our DWI defense page and read our guide to Louisiana DWI penalties.

The Road to Justice: Understanding the Criminal Defense Process

This episode gives an overview of the criminal defense process, the path a case takes in the justice system from start to finish. It is a good starting point if you or someone you love is facing charges for the first time.

Pair it with our guide on what to do after an arrest in Louisiana and our overview of criminal defense practice areas.

Have a question about your own case?

A podcast can explain the basics, but it cannot tell you what to do about your charges. For that, talk to a lawyer. Call The Barry S. Ranshi Law Firm at (504) 905-8399 for a free, confidential consultation. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also browse our free legal guides and FAQ, or call (504) 905-8399 to talk with Barry directly.