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Introduced
03/05/2021
03/05/2021
In Committee
04/12/2021
04/12/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To repeal R.S. 14:82, 82.2 through 83.4, 85, 86, 89.2, and 282, relative to prostitution; to repeal certain prostitution-related offenses; to direct the Louisiana State Law Institute to study and make recommendations for changes to other laws necessary to conform with the repeal of these offenses; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill repeals several prostitution-related offenses in Louisiana, including soliciting for prostitution, promoting prostitution, and engaging in prohibited sexual activities. The bill also directs the Louisiana State Law Institute to study and recommend changes to other laws necessary to conform with the repeal of these offenses, in order to address any inconsistencies and ensure the effective implementation of the legislation. The goal of this bill is to reduce incarceration rates and reshape the criminal justice system by decriminalizing certain behaviors that do not require confinement, while addressing structural inequities that disproportionately impact vulnerable populations.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice. (on 04/12/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=21rs&b=HB67&sbi=y |
| Fiscal Note - HB67 Original | http://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1213391 |
| BillText | http://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1202431 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB67 Original | http://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1202440 |
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