Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 481: CRIMINAL PROCEDURE: Provides relative to motions for a new trial. (8/1/26)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 481 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana Senate on March 31, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: CRIMINAL PROCEDURE: Provides relative to motions for a new trial. (8/1/26). Primary sponsor: Jay Morris (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary C.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Morris | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Judiciary C.
- Rules suspended. Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.