The bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana law regarding law enforcement, specifically focusing on the integration of tactical medical professionals into law enforcement operations. It defines a "tactical medical professional" as a licensed paramedic or physician who provides medical support during high-risk incidents. The bill allows these professionals to carry firearms under specific conditions, including having a concealed weapons permit and being appointed by a law enforcement agency. Additionally, it establishes that tactical medical professionals have the same legal immunities as law enforcement officers when acting within the scope of their duties.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new training requirements for auxiliary peace officers, mandating a minimum of 100 hours of core curriculum training and annual in-service training. It also clarifies the roles and responsibilities of auxiliary officers, who assist in public safety but are not authorized to make arrests or conduct searches unless supervised by a certified deputy sheriff. The bill updates existing provisions to include auxiliary officers in various contexts, ensuring they meet the same standards as other peace officers while also providing for their training and operational guidelines.

Statutes affected:
SB192 Original: 40:2(A), 40:2405(A)(2)
SB192 Engrossed: 40:2(A), 40:2405(A)(2)