The bill amends Louisiana's hit-and-run driving laws, specifically R.S. 14:100(C)(2) and (3), to impose stricter penalties for drivers involved in accidents resulting in death or serious bodily injury, particularly when the victims are pedestrians or bicyclists. Under the new provisions, if a driver commits hit-and-run resulting in death or serious injury, they face a fine of up to $5,000 and imprisonment for 2 to 10 years, with at least 2 years served without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence if the victim is a pedestrian or bicyclist.

Additionally, the bill establishes harsher penalties for repeat offenders. If a driver has prior convictions related to driving under the influence or vehicular homicide/negligent injuring, and they cause death or serious injury in a hit-and-run, they could face 5 to 20 years of imprisonment, with at least 5 years served without the benefit of parole, probation, or suspension of sentence if the victim is a pedestrian or bicyclist. The act is officially titled the "Christina Larsen Act."

Statutes affected:
HB1234 Original: 14:100(C)(2)
HB1234 Engrossed: 14:100(C)(2)
HB1234 Enrolled: 14:100(C)(2)
HB1234 Act 890: 14:100(C)(2)