La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 729
This is the official text of La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 729, part of Louisiana’s Code of Criminal Procedure — sets the procedural rules for criminal cases in Louisiana.
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Time and scope of motion by defendant
Official statutory text
A motion for discovery by a defendant under this Chapter may be filed in accordance with Article 521 or within such reasonable time as the court may permit. The motion shall include all relief sought under this Chapter. A subsequent motion may be considered before trial, but only upon a showing that such motion would be in the interest of justice.
Added by Acts 1977, No. 515, §1. Amended by Acts 1978, No. 735, §2.
Added by Acts 1977, No. 515, §1. Amended by Acts 1978, No. 735, §2.
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