This bill enacts new provisions under R.S. 13:2586(C)(7) and (8) to enhance the jurisdiction and procedural authority of justice of the peace courts in Avoyelles Parish and Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. Specifically, it grants these courts concurrent jurisdiction over property standards and nuisance violations throughout their respective parishes, as determined by local ordinances. Additionally, constables from these courts are empowered to issue summons and serve subpoenas for violations occurring within the territorial jurisdiction of their courts.
The new legal language establishes a clearer framework for addressing property standards and nuisance issues, thereby streamlining the enforcement process within these parishes. This legislative change aims to improve local governance and ensure that justice of the peace courts can effectively manage and respond to community concerns regarding property and nuisance violations.