La. Ch. Code art. 725.4
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 725.4, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Duties of law enforcement
Official statutory text
The officer shall notify the Louisiana Victim Outreach of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections that the child may be eligible for special services and, as a mandatory reporter as required by Article 610, shall notify the Department of Children and Family Services that the child is in need of protective services.
Acts 2017, No. 376, §1; Acts 2024, No. 576, §3.
Acts 2017, No. 376, §1; Acts 2024, No. 576, §3.
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