This bill amends the Louisiana law regarding negligent homicide, specifically R.S. 14:32, to increase penalties for offenders. The maximum imprisonment for negligent homicide is raised from five years to ten years, and the fine remains at a maximum of five thousand dollars. Additionally, if the victim is under the age of ten, the offender will face a mandatory hard labor sentence of two to ten years without the possibility of probation, parole, or suspension of the sentence.

Furthermore, the bill introduces specific provisions for cases where a victim is killed by a dog or other animal. It stipulates that if the owner of the animal is found to be criminally negligent, they will also face the increased penalty of up to ten years of imprisonment or a fine of up to five thousand dollars. These changes aim to enhance accountability for negligent actions that result in harm or death, particularly in cases involving children and animals.

Statutes affected:
HB213 Original: 14:32(C)(1)
HB213 Engrossed: 14:32(C)(1)
HB213 Reengrossed: 14:32(C)(1)
HB213 Enrolled: 14:32(C)(1)
HB213 Act : 14:32(C)(1)