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HB 303

ATTORNEY GENERAL: Creates the Fugitive Apprehension Unit within the office of the attorney general (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Bayham

Louisiana establishes a Fugitive Apprehension Unit within the Attorney General's office to pursue and arrest individuals fleeing prosecution or failing to appear in court.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 264.
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Bill Summary · HB 303

Legislative bill overview

HB 303 establishes a new Fugitive Apprehension Unit within Louisiana's Attorney General's office, effective August 1, 2025. The bill creates an organizational structure to pursue and apprehend individuals who have fled prosecution or failed to appear for court proceedings. The measure was signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry in June 2025.

Why is this important

The creation of a dedicated fugitive apprehension unit consolidates enforcement efforts that may have previously been fragmented across agencies, potentially improving the speed and coordination of locating wanted individuals. This can impact public safety operations, court system efficiency, and resource allocation within the Attorney General's office. The "no impact" designation suggests the state found existing budget authority was sufficient to fund the unit without new appropriations.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Questions about whether creating a new unit diverts personnel and funding from other Attorney General priorities, particularly if absorbed from existing budgets
  • Jurisdictional overlap: Potential coordination challenges or territorial disputes with local law enforcement, bail bond agents, and U.S. Marshals already engaged in fugitive apprehension
  • Accountability and oversight: Limited public details on performance metrics, spending transparency, and oversight mechanisms for the new unit's operations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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