This bill amends the penalties associated with the crime of hit-and-run driving in Louisiana, specifically addressing situations where death or serious bodily injury results from the accident. The revised law stipulates that if a driver is involved in a hit-and-run incident that leads to death or serious bodily injury, and the driver knew or should have known that such outcomes occurred, they will face a fine of up to five thousand dollars. Additionally, the driver will be subject to imprisonment for a minimum of two years and a maximum of ten years, with two of those years to be served without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence.

Key changes in the law include the removal of the phrase "and" before the conditions regarding the driver's knowledge of the incident and the addition of specific language clarifying that the driver's vehicle must have been directly involved in the accident. The bill emphasizes the seriousness of the offense by establishing a mandatory minimum sentence, thereby enhancing the legal consequences for individuals who flee the scene of such serious incidents.

Statutes affected:
HB35 Original: 14:100(C)(2)
HB35 Engrossed: 14:100(C)(2)
HB35 Enrolled: 14:100(C)(2)
HB35 Act : 14:100(C)(2)