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LA HB320
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gabe Firment
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AI Summary
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Creates new crime of unlawful exposure by an inmate, prohibiting inmates in correctional facilities from exposing intimate parts to employees with intent to arouse/gratify sexual desires or to intimidate/harass staff
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First offense punishable by up to 3 years imprisonment (with or without hard labor) and/or fine up to $2,500
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Second or subsequent conviction carries up to 5 years imprisonment and/or fine up to $25,000, with sentences running consecutively to any current sentence
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Adds this offense to the list of sex offenses under R.S. 15:541, triggering sex offender registration and notification requirements upon conviction
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Applies to all correctional facilities including jails, prisons, penitentiaries, juvenile institutions, temporary holding centers, and detention facilities
Legislative Description
Creates the crime of unlawful exposure by an inmate
CRIME/SEX OFFENSES
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.
3/9/2026