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La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 871.2
Presentence inquiry of veteran status
Prior to the imposition of a sentence, the court may inquire and receive response, orally or in writing, whether the convicted defendant is currently serving in or is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States. If the convicted defendant is currently serving in the military or is a veteran, the court may order a presentence investigation pursuant to Article 875(F) to determine whether military and veteran resources are available.
History
Acts 2013, No. 29, §1.
Provenance
- Source
- legis.la.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-15
- Edition
- 2026-09-15
- Content hash
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