House Bill No. by Representative Bayham aims to enhance the jurisdictional authority of justice of the peace courts in St. Bernard Parish. The bill enacts a new provision under R.S. 13:2586(C)(9), which grants these courts concurrent jurisdiction over property standards and nuisance violations throughout the parish. This means that justices of the peace will have the authority to address such violations regardless of their specific location within the parish, as long as they are in accordance with local ordinances.

Additionally, the bill allows constables associated with the justice of the peace courts in St. Bernard Parish to issue summons and serve subpoenas for property standards and nuisance violations occurring anywhere within the court's territorial jurisdiction. This change is intended to streamline the enforcement of local ordinances related to property standards and nuisances, thereby improving the overall effectiveness of the justice system in addressing these issues.