The bill, enacted as R.S. 9:2800.30, establishes limitations on the liability of public entities regarding claims of false imprisonment for offenders sentenced to imprisonment. It defines key terms such as "Department," "Offender," "False imprisonment," and "Bona fide termination." The legislation stipulates that any civil action for damages based on false imprisonment claims must adhere to the provisions of the Prison Litigation Reform Act. Additionally, offenders challenging the computation of their sentences or release dates must do so under specific judicial review procedures in the Nineteenth Judicial District Court.

A significant aspect of the bill is the requirement for offenders to obtain a "bona fide termination" in their favor before pursuing civil actions against sheriffs or the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. If an offender attempts to file a false imprisonment claim while the underlying proceedings are still ongoing, the action will be dismissed without prejudice. Conversely, if the offender fails to timely initiate or pursue the required procedures, the claim will be dismissed with prejudice. The provisions of this Act are set to apply prospectively only.