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Terms Used In Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 871.2

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

Prior to the imposition of a sentence, the court may inquire and receive response, orally or in writing, whether the convicted defendant is currently serving in or is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States.  If the convicted defendant is currently serving in the military or is a veteran, the court may order a presentence investigation pursuant to Article 875(F) to determine whether military and veteran resources are available.

Acts 2013, No. 29, §1.