Section 651 – When defense of insanity at time of offense is available; method of trial

May 13, 2021 | Crimianl Procedure, Louisiana

When a defendant is tried upon a plea of “not guilty”, evidence of insanity or mental defect at the time of the offense shall not be admissible.

The defenses available under a combined plea of “not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity” shall be tried together.

La. Cr.P. ยง 651