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La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 476

Description of spoken or written matter

activein force · 2026-09-15 – presentact-effective-date

When it is necessary to make an averment in an indictment relative to any words, whether spoken, written or otherwise recorded, or to any plan, map, or picture, it is sufficient to set forth the words by their general purport, or to describe the plan, map, or picture generally, without setting forth a copy or facsimile thereof.

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2026-09-15
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2026-09-15
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