La. Ch. Code art. 830
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 830, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Modification of bail
Official statutory text
The court on its own motion or on motion of the state or upon subsequent application by the child or his parent, guardian, or legal custodian, for good cause may either increase or reduce the amount of bail or other security.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง8, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
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