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LA HB532
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shaun Mena
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AI Summary
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Amends Article I, Section 17(A) of the Louisiana Constitution to require unanimous 12-juror verdicts for all noncapital felony cases, regardless of when the offense was committed
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Eliminates the current provision allowing 10-of-12 jury verdicts for noncapital felonies committed before January 1, 2019
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Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative houses to place the amendment on the ballot
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Submits the proposed constitutional amendment to Louisiana voters at the statewide election on November 3, 2026
Legislative Description
(Constitutional Amendment) Requires unanimous jury verdicts for noncapital felonies committed prior to January 1, 2019
CRIMINAL/JURY TRIALS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.
3/9/2026