Louisiana · Louisiana Revised Statutes — Title 14, Criminal Law
La. R.S. 14 § 14:403: Abuse of children; reports; waiver of privilege
What this law says, in plain English
Persons required to report child abuse or neglect who knowingly fail to report face fines and/or jail time. Failure to report sexual abuse or serious injury/death cases carries greater penalties up to three years imprisonment.
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