Louisiana · Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure + R.S. Title 15

La. C.Cr.P. § 15:618: Criminal penalties

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Violations of specified provisions carry penalties of up to $500 fine and/or up to six months imprisonment. Tampering with blood, tissue, or bodily fluid samples without authorization carries the same penalties.

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