La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 843
This is the official text of La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 843, part of Louisiana’s Code of Criminal Procedure — sets the procedural rules for criminal cases in Louisiana.
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Recording of proceedings
Official statutory text
In felony cases, in cases involving violation of an ordinance enacted pursuant to R.S. 14:143(B), and on motion of the court, the state, or the defendant in other misdemeanor cases tried in a district, parish, or city court, the clerk or court stenographer shall record all of the proceedings, including the examination of prospective jurors, the testimony of witnesses, statements, rulings, orders, and charges by the court, and objections, questions, statements, and arguments of counsel.
Amended by Acts 1974, No. 207, §1; Acts 1975, No. 118, §1, eff. July 7, 1975; Acts 2001, No. 944, §3.
Amended by Acts 1974, No. 207, §1; Acts 1975, No. 118, §1, eff. July 7, 1975; Acts 2001, No. 944, §3.
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