La. Ch. Code art. 951
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 951, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Purpose
Official statutory text
The purpose of this Title is to facilitate and expedite proceedings involving minor traffic offenses. The intent of this Title is to recognize both the state's strong interest in protecting the public safety through the imposition of reasonable regulations on the operation of motor vehicles and the due process rights of children accused of traffic violations.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง9, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง9, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
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