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LA HB673
Bill
Status
4/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nicholas Muscarello
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AI Summary
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Repeals R.S. 15:572.8 in its entirety, eliminating Louisiana's statutory framework for compensating individuals wrongfully convicted and imprisoned
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Eliminates the Innocence Compensation Fund, which was the designated source for paying wrongful conviction claims
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Removes the right of exonerees to seek compensation after proving innocence through clear and convincing evidence following a reversed or vacated conviction
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Eliminates enhanced recovery provisions for cases involving willful misconduct by the state
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Sponsored by Representative Muscarello during the 2025 Regular Session as a substitute for House Bill No. 101
Legislative Description
Repeals provisions relative to compensation for wrongful conviction and imprisonment (EG DECREASE SD EX See Note)
CRIMINAL/PROCEDURE
Last Action
Read by title, recommitted to the Committee on Appropriations.
4/28/2025