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LA HB396
LA HB396Provides relative to the admissibility of autopsy photographs in first or second degree murder trials
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Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact Code of Evidence Article 416, relative to autopsy photographs as evidence; to provide for the admissibility of such evidence in certain criminal proceedings; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill enacts Article 416 of the Code of Evidence in Louisiana, which will allow photographs taken during an autopsy, conducted by a coroner as required by law (R.S. 13:5713), to be admitted as evidence in criminal trials. Specifically, these autopsy photographs can be used in any criminal case where the charges involve first-degree murder (R.S. 14:30) or second-degree murder (R.S. 14:30.1), which are serious felony offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice. (on 03/09/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=HB396&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1444035 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB396 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1444053 |
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