Louisiana · Louisiana Revised Statutes — Title 14, Criminal Law
La. R.S. 14 § 14:38.5: Assault on emergency room personnel, emergency services personnel, or a healthcare professional
What this law says, in plain English
Assault on emergency room personnel, emergency services personnel, or healthcare professionals—including threatening statements—committed while they perform duties. Penalties: up to $1,000 fine and/or 30–180 days imprisonment.
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