DIGEST
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the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of
the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Garofalo HB No. 963
Abstract: Prohibits novelty or unofficial credentials intended to simulate valid state or federal
credentials.
Proposed law prohibits the manufacture, sale, or possession of any fictitious or a facsimile
credential that is intended to simulate a valid credential issued by any state, territory, or
possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico,
any foreign country or government, a United States government issued credential, or a United
States passport or foreign government visa. Such valid credentials include any driver's license,
driver permit, temporary license, restricted or hardship license, government issued identification
card, school issued identification card, vehicle registration certificate, or vehicle license plate.
Authorizes the office of motor vehicles to issue a cease and desist order to any person not in
compliance with this law. Provides for a procedure for issuance of such order. Also authorizes
the office to petition for injunctive relief. Authorizes the promulgation of necessary rules.
(Adds R.S. 32:410.1)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill.
1. Made technical changes.