Louisiana · Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure + R.S. Title 15
La. C.Cr.P. § 230.1: Maximum time for appearance before judge for the purpose of appointment of counsel; court discretion to fix bail at the appearance; extension of time limit for cause; effect of failure of appearance
What this law says, in plain English
An arrested person must appear before a judge within 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) for counsel appointment. The court may set bail at this appearance. Failure to comply results in release on recognizance but does not invalidate later proceedings.
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