Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 218.1 – Advice of reasons for arrest or detention and of rights
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Terms Used In Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 218.1
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
When any person has been arrested or detained in connection with the investigation or commission of any offense, he shall be advised fully of the reason for his arrest or detention, his right to remain silent, his right against self incrimination, his right to the assistance of counsel and, if indigent, his right to court appointed counsel.
Added by Acts 1974, Ex.Sess., No. 27, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1975.