LA HB179

Amends R.S. 15:511 and Code of Civil Procedure Article 372(C) and (D) to clarify that all notes, audio recordings, and other records of court proceedings remain the property of the court where the case was heard

When a court reporter retires or leaves employment, all notes, audio recordings, and records must remain in the custody and control of the court rather than leaving with the reporter

Updates terminology throughout from "tape recordings" to "audio recordings" to reflect modern recording technology

Criminal case notes and recordings must be retained indefinitely unless fully transcribed (then 2 years minimum after transcription), except acquittals which need not be retained

Civil case notes and recordings must be retained for at least 5 years after trial ends, or at least 2 years after full transcription is completed