Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

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Recently, I learned about the truth in sentencing law and that at present it is at 85% time served for felons. However, I am told there is legislature to reduce this to 65%. Is this true and has the law been changed.


Asked on 7/20/07, 10:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Louque The Louque Law Firm, L.L.C.

Re: criminal law

There are certain crimes that require someone convicted to serve 85% before being eligible for early release.

I never heard anything about that being reduced.

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Answered on 7/21/07, 9:41 am


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