Louisiana · Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure + R.S. Title 15
La. C.Cr.P. § 958: Suspension of time limitations in declared disaster, emergency, or public health emergency
What this law says, in plain English
During declared disasters or emergencies, Louisiana's Supreme Court may suspend criminal case time limits and procedural deadlines for up to 30 days, renewable by court order.
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