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LA HB378
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Bayham
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AI Summary
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Amends R.S. 14:100.1 to create enhanced penalties for obstructing public passages when using a motorized vehicle to intentionally obstruct first responders or law enforcement officers
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Using a motorized vehicle to obstruct a first responder acting in the course of duty: fine up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment up to 6 months
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Using a motorized vehicle to obstruct a law enforcement officer in pursuit or making an arrest: fine of $1,000 and/or imprisonment up to 2 years with or without hard labor
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Current law for general obstruction of public passages carries a fine up to $500 and/or imprisonment up to 6 months
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Exemptions remain for barricades placed for construction, maintenance, excavation work, or by governmental authorities performing official duties
Legislative Description
Provides relative to using a vehicle to obstruct first responders and law enforcement (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
CRIME
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.
3/9/2026