Louisiana § RS 9:2790.2 - Definitions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2790.2 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:2790.2. Definitions
For purposes of this Chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Direct conversation" means any in-person oral communication directed to a specific individual or individuals under circumstances in which a reasonable person would not expect the communication to be videoed and recorded or transcribed.
(2) "First responder activity" means videos and recordings or transcriptions made by a first responder, as defined by R.S. 40:978.1, in the performance of official duties.
(3) "Law enforcement activity" means videos and recordings or transcriptions made by a peace officer or other person acting under color of law in the lawful performance of official duties including but not limited to the following:
(a) Undercover operations that produce videos and recordings made by undercover officers, confidential informants, and cooperating individuals.
(b) One-party consent videos and recordings conducted as part of an investigation or intelligence-gathering function.
(c) Body camera recordings or any videoing and recording conducted by or at the discretion of law enforcement.
(4) "Public or semi-public meetings" mean governmental hearings, press conferences, public speeches, rallies, or other similar circumstances.
Acts 2004, No. 447, §2; Acts 2026, No. 965, §1.
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Section RS 9:2790.2 ("Definitions") 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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