More Categories

Section 654.1 – Information required prior to admission

May 13, 2021 | Crimianl Procedure, Louisiana

No superintendent of a mental institution shall admit a defendant found not guilty by reason of insanity pursuant to Article 654 unless the court furnishes the following information:

(1) The defendant’s commitment order specifying not guilty by reason of insanity.
(2) A copy of the defendant’s criminal history record.
(3) A police report concerning the charged offense.
(4) Victim and witness statements, if any.
(5) The name, address, and telephone number of the district attorney who prosecuted the defendant.

La. Cr.P. § 654.1

Acts 1990, No. 753, §1.