La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 360
This is the official text of La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 360, part of Louisiana’s Code of Criminal Procedure — sets the procedural rules for criminal cases in Louisiana.
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Hearing
Official statutory text
At the time and place fixed in the writ for the answer thereto, the court shall proceed summarily to hear the evidence and reasons adduced by the person in custody and by the custodian. The hearing shall be held in open court and may be held in term time or in vacation, or on a legal holiday.
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