Louisiana passed legislation prohibiting the authority of juvenile justice courts to assess costs in juvenile delinquency proceedings against a juvenile, their parents, or guardians.
The provisions take effect beginning Jul 1, 2021 until June 30, 2026.
You can read the full text of the bill here.
Primary sponsor(s): Rep. Royce Duplessis
Bill number: House Bill No. 216
Name of Bill (as introduced): Provides relative to the imposition of court costs in proceedings involving children
Status: Enacted