Louisiana 2018 2018 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SB60 Comm Sub / Analysis

                    The original instrument was prepared by Xavier I. Alexander. The following digest,
which does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by
McHenry Lee.
DIGEST
SB 60 Reengrossed 2018 Regular Session	Martiny
Proposed law authorizes the admissibility and consideration of evidence of the defendant's
commission of a crime, wrong, or act involving domestic abuse, family violence, or sexual abuse in
civil actions alleging acts of domestic abuse, family violence, or sexual abuse.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds C.E. Art. 412.5)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Senate Floor Amendments to engrossed bill
1. Removes provision that includes dating partner as a person who may recover
exemplary damages.
2. Removes provision providing certain prescriptive period terms for a civil action for
an act of domestic abuse, family violence, or sexual abuse.