Louisiana § RS 33:85 - Enforcement

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:85 — Enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 33:85. Enforcement

            A. The attorney general, in consultation with the governor, may file suit against a local governmental entity or local law enforcement agency in the Nineteenth Judicial District for declaratory or injunctive relief for a violation of this Part.

            B. If a local governmental entity or local law enforcement agency is found by the trial court to have violated this Part, the court shall enjoin the unlawful sanctuary policy. The court shall have continuing jurisdiction over the parties and subject matter and may enforce its orders with the initiation of contempt proceedings as provided by law.

            C. An order approving a consent decree or granting an injunction shall include written findings of fact that describe with specificity the existence and nature of the sanctuary policy that violates this Part.

            Acts 2024, No. 314, §1, eff. May 28, 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:85

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:85 cover?

Section RS 33:85 ("Enforcement") 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.

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