SB106

Provides that certain photographs, audio or video recordings, digital images regarding a crime scene or used in a criminal prosecution are not public records available for release or to be copied except by clerk of court or a court order. (8/1/26)

Complete·5/15/26

Louisiana SB106 makes crime scene photographs, audio or video recordings, and digital images confidential and not public records unless released by.

Louisiana SB106 amends public records law to create a new exception for crime scene photographs, audio or video recordings, and digital images used in criminal proceedings. These records are not public records and cannot be released or copied except by court order. This law aims to protect sensitive evidence from public disclosure. Effective August 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 1

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs

Mar 18

9:30 AM

Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs

History

May 15

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 242.

May 15

Senate

Effective date 8/1/2026.

May 13

Senate

Sent to the Governor by the Secretary of the Senate.