House Bill No. [insert number] amends Louisiana's criminal law regarding second degree murder and manslaughter. The bill adds "resisting a police officer with force or violence" as a predicate felony for second degree murder, meaning that if a person commits this act while engaging in other serious crimes, it can be classified as second degree murder even without intent to kill. Additionally, the bill introduces two new circumstances under which manslaughter can be charged: first, when an offender unlawfully distributes or dispenses a controlled dangerous substance that significantly contributes to the death of the recipient; and second, when an offender distributes such substances to another person who then distributes them, leading to a death.

This legislation is referred to as "The Segus Jolivette Act" and will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature. The changes aim to address the serious nature of offenses against individuals and enhance the legal framework surrounding drug-related deaths.

Statutes affected:
HB260 Original: 14:1(A)(2)
HB260 Engrossed: 14:1(A)(2)
HB260 Reengrossed: 14:1(A)(2)
HB260 Enrolled: 14:1(A)(2)