House Bill No. 627 enacts a new provision under R.S. 14:68.4(C) concerning the crime of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle in Louisiana. This new section specifies that if the misappropriation or taking of a vehicle amounts to less than one thousand dollars, the offender may face imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand dollars, or both.

This legislation aims to clarify the penalties associated with lower-value unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, providing a structured approach to sentencing for such offenses. The addition of this provision reflects an effort to address the varying degrees of severity in motor vehicle misappropriation cases.

Statutes affected:
HB627 Original: 14:4(B)
HB627 Engrossed: 14:4(B)