La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 265
This is the official text of La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 265, part of Louisiana’s Code of Criminal Procedure — sets the procedural rules for criminal cases in Louisiana.
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Governor's warrant; issuance and recitals
Official statutory text
If the governor decides that a demand for extradition should be complied with, he shall sign a warrant of arrest directed to any peace officer for execution. The warrant shall recite facts showing substantial compliance with Article 263, but an incomplete recital of facts shall not invalidate the warrant if a proper basis for its issuance exists.
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