Louisiana HB164 defines the powers and duties of the commissioner in the 15th Judicial District Court.
Louisiana HB164 outlines the powers and duties of the commissioner in the 15th Judicial District Court, covering criminal, civil, domestic relations, and family law matters. The commissioner can administer oaths, take acknowledgments, conduct hearings, and issue search and arrest warrants. The commissioner cannot try and adjudicate felony cases but can handle misdemeanor cases. The commissioner can also review and act on petitions for protective orders and domestic violence matters. The commissioner has the same powers as a district judge to punish for contempt of court.
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