Louisiana HB813 changes the term of office for the Orleans Parish sheriff, affecting the 2029 election and future terms.
Louisiana HB813 amends the term of office for the Orleans Parish sheriff. The sheriff elected in 2029 will serve until January 9, 2034, a term shorter than four years. Future sheriffs will begin their terms on the second Monday in January following their election. This change modifies the existing law that set the term start on the first Monday in May.
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