House Bill No. by Representative Bacala amends R.S. 44:3(A)(4)(b)(ii) concerning public records related to law enforcement investigation records. The bill modifies the requirements for the initial report generated by law enforcement officers during an investigation. Specifically, it removes the obligation to include the names and identification of every person who is a witness to the alleged offense, while still retaining the requirement to disclose the names of suspects charged with or arrested for the offense, unless prohibited by federal or state law.

The proposed changes aim to streamline the information included in initial reports, potentially enhancing privacy protections for witnesses involved in investigations. The bill maintains existing provisions that govern the disclosure of arrest records and other related documentation, ensuring that certain records remain confidential until a final judgment is reached. Overall, the legislation seeks to balance transparency in law enforcement with the need to protect individuals' identities during ongoing investigations.

Statutes affected:
HB38 Original: 44:3(A)(4)