Louisiana · Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure + R.S. Title 15
La. C.Cr.P. § 213: Arrest by officer without warrant; when lawful
What this law says, in plain English
This statute defines when peace officers may arrest people without a warrant, including when an offense occurs in their presence, for felonies, or based on reasonable cause. It also restricts arrest authority for school employees in certain circumstances.
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