Louisiana Court of Appeal

State v. Edward Schertler, II - Louisiana Court Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed a district court's ruling that granted a motion to suppress evidence. The appellate court found that probable cause existed for the issuance of a search warrant, reversing the suppression and remanding the case for further proceedings.

State of Louisiana v. Elvis Graham - Criminal Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ filed by Elvis Graham. The court found the matter moot as the district court had already denied the relator's motion to enforce an order on October 10, 2025. The opinion was issued on March 9, 2026.

State v. Matthew Eekiel Pier - Criminal Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of State of Louisiana v. Matthew Ezekiel Pier. The docket number for this case is 2025 KW 1129. The court's decision was issued on March 9, 2026.

Daphne Veal v. Joseph A. Campo and XYZ Insurance - Louisiana Court of Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application from Daphne Veal against Joseph A. Campo and XYZ Insurance Company. The court cited failure to include necessary documentation, such as court minutes and hearing transcripts, as the reason for denial.

State of Louisiana v. Rocshey D. Carmel - Criminal Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application from Rocshey D. Carmel, stating the applicant failed to demonstrate seeking relief in the district court first or show extraordinary circumstances justifying bypassing the lower court. The court noted the application appeared to be a motion to remove appointed counsel filed directly with the appellate court.

Municipal Police Retirement System v. Paris C. Sumrall - Writ Denial

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of Municipal Police Retirement System v. Paris C. Sumrall. The court's decision, dated March 9, 2026, relates to a matter concerning the Village of Varnado and its officials.

Claybourn v. Finley - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in Claybourn v. Finley, docket number 2025 CW 1287. The court considered a writ application from Maria Finley and Maria A. Finley, Attorney at Law, LLC. The application was not considered due to the relator failing to include a copy of the petition.

Municipal Police Employees Retirement System v. Alvin R. Bradley, Sr. - Writ Denial

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System v. Alvin R. Bradley, Sr. The court's decision, dated March 9, 2026, does not specify the nature of the writ or the underlying dispute.

Kendal Bellard v. Henry A. Hollier - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed a lower court's decision, ruling that a delivery driver's employment contract is exempt from arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act. The court found that the driver, as a transportation worker involved in interstate commerce, falls under the Act's exemption.

State Of Louisiana v. Claudius Timotheus Davis - Criminal Case

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application filed by Claudius Timotheus Davis. The court found that the relator had not been convicted and sentenced, and therefore was not entitled to an appeal at this stage, with jurisdiction remaining with the district court.