Louisiana § RS 13:5382 - Purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5382 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:5382. Purpose
The Legislature of Louisiana recognizes that there is a critical need for criminal justice system programs to assist those persons who are experiencing homelessness in order to reduce the incidence of substance abuse disorders, untreated mental health issues, destruction and disruption of use of public property, significant public health and safety issues, and crimes committed by those experiencing homelessness. There is also a need for programs to assist those experiencing homelessness with mental health issues, including mental health diagnoses and undiagnosed mental illnesses. Moreover, many experiencing homelessness suffer from co-occurring disorders of substance abuse and mental illness. These problems can cause those experiencing homelessness to have involvement with the criminal justice system. Therefore, it is the intent of the Legislature of Louisiana to create specialized court programs in the various districts of this state called "Homelessness Court programs" to assist those experiencing homelessness in overcoming these issues, as they impact themselves, the criminal justice system, and society at large. The goals of these programs are to reduce recidivism among those experiencing homelessness and to provide them with the assistance that they need to become productive members of society.
Acts 2026, No. 788, §1, eff. June 9, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:5382
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5382 cover?
Section RS 13:5382 ("Purpose") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 13:5382?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5382" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 13:5382 apply to my situation?
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