HB396

Provides relative to the admissibility of autopsy photographs in criminal proceedings

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Allows autopsy photographs to be admissible in criminal proceedings for first or second degree murder.

Louisiana HB396 establishes that photographs of autopsies conducted by coroners are admissible as evidence in criminal cases involving allegations of first or second degree murder. This law aims to provide visual evidence in trials related to these serious offenses, potentially aiding in the presentation of the prosecution's case.

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Roll Call Votes

27 Yea

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8 Nay

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4 Absent

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Calendar

May 12

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary C

History

May 29

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 549.

May 29

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 26

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.