The bill amends Louisiana's robbery laws, specifically R.S. 14:64.4 and 65(A), to clarify definitions and penalties associated with simple and second degree robbery. It introduces a new definition for second degree robbery, which includes the act of taking or recruiting another person to take items from a retail establishment while acting in concert with three or more individuals. This change aims to address organized robbery more effectively by emphasizing the collaborative nature of such offenses and the intimidation involved in overwhelming the response of employees or law enforcement.

Additionally, the bill establishes stricter penalties for second degree robbery, including a minimum imprisonment of three years and a maximum of forty years. It introduces enhanced penalties for repeat offenders and those who commit robbery with a firearm, mandating an additional five years of hard labor without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence. The revisions aim to strengthen the legal framework surrounding robbery offenses and deter organized criminal activity in retail settings.

Statutes affected:
SB34 Original: 14:4(A), 14:65(A)
SB34 Engrossed: 14:65(A)
SB34 Enrolled: 14:65(A)
SB34 Act 119: 14:65(A)