§ 46:1831.2 — Definitions

Louisiana § 46:1831.2

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 46: Public Welfare and Assistance

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§1831.2. Definitions
As used in this Chapter:
(1) "Board" means the Crime Victims Reparations Board as provided in R.S.
46:1803.
(2) "Reparations" means payment of compensation in accordance with the provisions
of this Chapter for loss resulting from death by reason of a crime enumerated in this Chapter.
(3) "Victim" means:
(a) Any person who suffers death as a result of a crime committed in this state and
covered by this Chapter.
(b) A Louisiana resident who suffers death as a result of a crime described in R.S.
46:1831.4, except that the criminal act occurred outside of this state. In this Subparagraph,
"Louisiana resident" means a person who maintained a place of permanent abode in this state
at the time the crime was committed for which reparations are sought.
NOTE: Pursuant to R.S. 46:1831.16, this Chapter will terminate Aug. 1, 2027.

Legislative History

Acts 2023, No. 451, §2.