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2022 Louisiana Laws
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Title 40 - Public Health and Safety
§40:2553. Neck restraint prohibition
Universal Citation: LA Rev Stat § 40:2553 (2022)
RS 40:2553 - Neck restraint prohibition
The use of choke holds and carotid holds are prohibited, except when the officer reasonably believes he or another person is at risk of great bodily harm or when deadly force is authorized.
Acts 2021, No. 430, §1.
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