Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 13:36

  • commission: means the Judiciary Commission provided for by La. See Louisiana Revised Statutes 13:32
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.

In the course of any investigation or hearing held by the commission, it may administer oaths or affirmations, subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance, examine them under oath or affirmation, and require the production of books, records, documents, or other evidence deemed relevant or material to the investigation or hearing.  

Added by Acts 1968, No. 152, §1.