House Bill No. 191, introduced by Representative Villio, amends the Code of Criminal Procedure by enacting Articles 880(F) and (G) to clarify the rules regarding credit for time served in actual custody. The bill stipulates that a defendant will not receive overlapping jail credit when consecutive sentences are imposed for multiple counts or charges. This applies even if the sentences are later corrected under existing law (C.Cr.P. Art. 881.5). Instead, credit for time spent in custody will only be applied to one of the consecutive sentences.

Additionally, the bill states that any overlapping jail credit awarded in violation of these new provisions will be considered null, void, and of no effect. This legislative change aims to ensure that defendants do not receive double credit for time served when facing multiple charges, thereby promoting fairness and clarity in sentencing practices.