After years of paying excessive rates to speak by telephone with their family members in Louisiana jails and prisons, the 40,000 families of Louisiana inmates will soon receive relief, thanks to Congress, federal regulators, and Foster Campbell. Effective January 1,…
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Record a cop? Stay 25 feet away or go to jail!
If you are recording a police action, be sure to stay 25 feet away, or a new law just signed this week could send you to jail. Louisiana has introduced strict penalties for individuals who violate the new law that…
Houses passes concealed carry bill, gun violence increase expected
The passage of the permitless concealed carry bill in Louisiana Wednesday, marks a significant alteration in the state’s approach to firearm regulation, stirring a mix of reactions across the political and social spectrum. With the bill clearing the House and…
Bill to strip police of “qualified immunity” in abuse complaints fails
Baton Rouge, Louisiana. HB 609, a vital part of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus’ agenda authored by Representative Edmond Jordan, was rejected yesterday in the Senate Judiciary B committee. HB 609 deals with qualified immunity, which traditionally rendered police officers…
Glover’s bill would make pot almost legal in Louisiana, no jail, $100 fine
If a bill passed by the Louisiana House of Representatives becomes simple possession of Marijuana in Louisiana may be reduced to a slap on the wrist instead of major jail time. The bill (HB652) is sponsored by Shreveport Representative…
As COVID-19 cases increase, Louisiana will stay in Phase Two
Baton Rouge — Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that Louisiana will stay in Phase Two of reopening, as the number of COVID-19 cases and related hospitalizations have started to rise in several regions across the state. The Governor will extend…