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LA SB196
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates the "Homelessness Court Program Act" allowing district courts to establish specialized court programs for defendants experiencing homelessness who are charged with felonies or misdemeanors
- Participants must complete at least 12 months of court supervision including treatment for substance abuse, mental health services, housing assistance, and job training, with successful completion potentially resulting in dismissed charges
- Excludes defendants with prior felony convictions for homicide or sex offenses, pending violent crime charges, or DUI charges resulting in death
- Creates the crime of "unauthorized camping on public property" with penalties of up to $500 fine and 6 months imprisonment for first offense, and up to $1,000 fine plus 1-2 years imprisonment for subsequent offenses
- Requires each homelessness court program to develop annual evaluations measuring effectiveness and submit them to the Louisiana Supreme Court
Legislative Description
Provides relative to homelessness. (8/1/25) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)
COURTS
Last Action
Read by title and returned to the Calendar, subject to call.
5/29/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B4/4/2025
Full Bill Text
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