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If you violate probation in Louisiana, your probation officer can file a rule to revoke, a judge can issue a warrant for your arrest, and you can be held in custody until a revocation hearing takes place. At that hearing, a judge (not a jury) decides whether to reinstate your probation, modify your…
Louisiana’s sentencing laws changed dramatically on August 1, 2024, and in 2025, those changes are fully in effect. These new “truth-in-sentencing” rules impact parole eligibility, good-time credits, release timelines, and even the cost of incarceration.
If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges in Louisiana, understanding these changes isn’t optional — it’s essential.…