House Bill No. by Representative McMakin proposes the enactment of Code of Evidence Article 416, which addresses the admissibility of autopsy photographs in criminal proceedings, specifically in cases of first or second degree murder. The bill stipulates that photographs of autopsies conducted by a coroner are permissible as evidence in trials alleging violations of Louisiana's first degree murder statute (R.S. 14:30) or second degree murder statute (R.S. 14:30.1).

This legislative measure aims to clarify and formalize the use of autopsy photographs in serious criminal cases, ensuring that such evidence can be presented in court to support the prosecution's case. The addition of Article 416 to the Code of Evidence reflects a focused effort to enhance the legal framework surrounding the admissibility of critical evidence in murder trials.