The bill amends and reenacts R.S. 15:1310(B)(1) and enacts R.S. 15:1302(21) and 1310(D)(1)(f) to enhance the legal framework surrounding electronic surveillance and the interception of communications in Louisiana. A new definition for "monitoring post" is introduced, which refers to secure facilities under the Department of Public Safety and Corrections that have investigative control over intercepts, regardless of their geographic location. This addition aims to clarify the locations from which surveillance operations can be conducted.

Additionally, the bill modifies the process for warrant applications related to the interception of communications. It allows a judge to order that an informant be presented and sworn in to verify the credibility of their statements, rather than mandating it as a requirement. Furthermore, the bill specifies that each order for interception must include the exact location of the monitoring post, thereby ensuring transparency and accountability in surveillance operations.

Statutes affected:
SB53 Original: 15:1310(B)(1)
SB53 Engrossed: 15:1310(B)(1)
SB53 Enrolled: 15:1310(B)(1)
SB53 Act : 15:1310(B)(1)