The bill amends Louisiana's driver's license regulations to establish a brain injury designation on driver's licenses. It outlines the criteria for obtaining this designation for both new applicants and those renewing their licenses, requiring a statement from a qualified medical or mental health professional to verify the applicant's brain injury. The bill also introduces penalties for individuals who falsely claim to have a brain injury in order to obtain the designation, with fines and potential imprisonment for violations.

Additionally, the bill mandates the implementation of specialized training for law enforcement officers to improve their interactions with individuals who have brain injuries. This training will cover identification of brain injury indicators, appropriate procedures for encounters, communication techniques, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The deputy secretary of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections is tasked with promulgating necessary rules and regulations to implement these provisions, ensuring oversight from the relevant legislative committees. The act is officially titled "Riley's Law."

Statutes affected:
HB1244 Original: 32:412(S
HB1244 Engrossed: 32:412(S
HB1244 Reengrossed: 32:412(S
HB1244 Enrolled: 32:412(S
HB1244 Act 721: 32:412(S