SB199

Imposes a mandatory minimum sentence for a second offense of purchasing commercial sexual activity. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF RV)

Complete·5/22/26

Louisiana SB199 imposes a mandatory minimum sentence for a second offense of purchasing commercial sexual activity.

Louisiana SB199 amends the state's laws to impose a mandatory minimum sentence for a second offense of purchasing commercial sexual activity. The offender must serve a term of imprisonment between six months and two years, with at least six months without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. Additionally, the offender may be fined between $1,500 and $2,000.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 17

9:00 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary C

History

May 22

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 361.

May 22

Senate

Effective date 8/1/2026.

May 20

Senate

Sent to the Governor by the Secretary of the Senate.