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SB217

Provides for the administration of courts in Orleans Parish and the number of court judges. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

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Louisiana SB217 revises the number of judges in Orleans Parish courts and their election processes.

Louisiana SB217 amends the number of judges in Orleans Parish courts, reducing the Civil District Court from fourteen to twelve judges effective January 1, 2027. It creates new divisions K and L for the Civil District Court, with judges elected by Orleans Parish voters for six-year terms. The bill also abolishes certain judgeships and divisions, effective December 31, 2026, and reallocates their funding for improved juvenile services. Additionally, it modifies the election process for the Municipal and Traffic Court of New Orleans, reducing the number of judgeships over time.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

62 Yea

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34 Nay

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 31

9:00 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary A

Mar 24

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary A

History

Jun 3

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 748.

Jun 3

Senate

Effective date 6/3/2026.

Jun 1

House

Conference Committee Report read, roll called, yeas 62, nays 34. The Conference Committee Report was adopted.