The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument, were prepared by Michelle Ridge.
DIGEST
SB 226 Original 2022 Regular Session Cloud
Present constitution grants the attorney general the authority to:
(1)Upon the written request of a district attorney, advise and assist in the prosecution of any
criminal case.
(2)For cause, when authorized by the court, institute, prosecute, or intervene in any criminal
action or proceeding or supersede any attorney representing the state in any criminal action.
Proposed constitution grants the attorney general additional authority to institute, prosecute, or
intervene in any criminal action or proceeding concerning a felony election offense of the La.
Election Code.
Specifies submission of the amendment to the voters at the statewide election to be held on
November 8, 2022.
(Amends Const. Art. IV, Section 8)