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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 14:34.2(A)(4), (B)(4), (D), and (E), relative to battery of a police officer; to provide that intentionally directing sound at a police officer in close proximity under circumstances capable of causing pain or hearing injury constitutes force or violence; to provide for definitions; to provide an enhanced penalty when two or more persons act in concert; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill expands the definition of "battery of a police officer" to include intentionally directing sound at an officer in close proximity, meaning within three feet of their ear or head, using devices like bullhorns or amplified speakers, if the sound is capable of causing pain or hearing injury and a reasonable person would foresee such an outcome. It also establishes enhanced penalties for this offense when committed by two or more people acting together, with additional penalties if the act results in an injury requiring medical attention, and clarifies that these provisions do not infringe upon constitutionally protected activities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First appeared in the Interim Calendar on 2/13/2026. (on 02/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=HB132&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1438672 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB132 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1438713 |
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