Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 13:2487.22

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.

A.  Criminal prosecution shall be by affidavit, information or indictment, as provided by law, and shall be tried without a jury.  

B.  The prosecution and the defense are entitled to compulsory process to procure attendance of their respective witnesses, but not more than six witnesses may be summoned for either side, except on leave of court and on proper showing of necessity made to appear by affidavit.  

Acts 1964, No. 102, §22.