Louisiana § RS 13:5383 - Goals
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5383 — Goals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:5383. Goals
The goals of the Homelessness Court program created pursuant to this Chapter include all of the following:
(1) To reduce drug abuse and alcoholism and dependency among persons experiencing homelessness.
(2) To reduce the alcohol and drug-related workload of the courts.
(3) To reduce criminal recidivism.
(4) To diagnose undiagnosed mental health problems and to assist in the care and treatment of diagnosed mental health illnesses.
(5) To increase the personal, familial, and societal accountability of persons experiencing homelessness.
(6) To reduce prison overcrowding.
(7) To provide employment and job training for those experiencing homelessness.
(8) To provide housing assistance for those experiencing homelessness in partnership with state, local, and federal housing authorities and nonprofit organizations.
(9) To provide counseling services as necessary.
Acts 2026, No. 788, §1, eff. June 9, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:5383
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5383 cover?
Section RS 13:5383 ("Goals") 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 13:5383?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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