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LA SR123
Resolution
Status
5/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Royce Duplessis
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AI Summary
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Urges Louisiana law enforcement agencies—including police departments, sheriff's offices, district attorneys' offices, and the Department of Public Safety and Corrections—to employ restorative justice practices
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Restorative justice centers on victims and survivors, requiring offenders to understand consequences of their actions and repair harm through facilitated conversations
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Can be used as an alternative to or alongside the traditional justice system
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Cites benefits including lower recidivism rates for offenders, greater emotional healing and empowerment for victims, and improved community safety perceptions
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Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Louisiana State Police, Louisiana Sheriffs' Association, Louisiana Association of Chiefs of Police, and Louisiana District Attorneys Association
Legislative Description
To urge and request law enforcement agencies in Louisiana to use restorative approaches in their efforts to keep the communities they serve safe and healthy.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Last Action
Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/5/2025.
6/8/2025