Louisiana · Louisiana Revised Statutes — Title 32, Motor Vehicles and Traffic
La. R.S. 32 § 32:58: Careless operation
What this law says, in plain English
Operating a motor vehicle without care and prudence that endangers others is careless operation. If careless operation causes death due to driver fatigue, additional penalties include up to 250 hours community service and possible two-year license suspension.
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