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LA SB199
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alan Seabaugh
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AI Summary
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Second offense of purchasing commercial sexual activity now carries a mandatory 6 months to 2 years imprisonment, with at least 6 months served without probation, parole, or suspension of sentence
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Second or subsequent offense of soliciting for prostitutes now carries a mandatory 6 months to 1 year imprisonment, with at least 6 months served without probation, parole, or suspension of sentence
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Fines remain unchanged: $1,500 to $2,000 for both offenses, with half of collected fines distributed per R.S. 15:539.4
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Amends R.S. 14:82.2(C)(2) and 83(B)(1)(b), effective August 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Imposes mandatory minimum sentences for a second offense of purchasing commercial sexual activity and second and subsequent offenses of soliciting for prostitutes. (8/1/26) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF RV)
CRIME/PUNISHMENT
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary C.
3/9/2026