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

La. C.Cr.P. § 718: Documents and tangible objects

What this law says, in plain English

Upon written motion, a court may order prosecutors to allow defendants to inspect, copy, and scientifically test evidence and law enforcement reports in the state's possession that will be used at trial or belong to the defendant.

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