House Bill No. by Representative Fontenot enacts a new provision under R.S. 14:108(B)(1)(f) concerning the crime of resisting an officer in Louisiana. This new legal language expands the definition of "obstruction of" an officer to include the failure of a person to provide or display their state-issued driver's license or identification upon the officer's request. This applies specifically when the individual is operating a motor vehicle, has been lawfully detained for an alleged violation, and the officer has exhausted all resources to verify the person's identity.

The bill aims to clarify the responsibilities of individuals when interacting with law enforcement, particularly in situations where identification is required. By establishing this specific condition under which failure to provide identification constitutes obstruction, the legislation seeks to enhance compliance and cooperation during law enforcement encounters.