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New Louisiana law limiting disclosure of juror information takes effect August 1 | The Lens
- Louisiana enacts Act 284, limiting juror information disclosure and taking effect August 1.
- The law prohibits releasing jurors’ names and identifying information without a judge’s good-cause finding.
- Violations can bring fines up to $1,000, and up to six months in jail or both.
- Supporters say the change helps jurors deliberate more freely by protecting their identities.
- Opponents fear the bill could hinder post-conviction reviews and investigations of misconduct.
- The measure passed the House 94–2 and cleared the Senate 33–0 before signing.
- Governor Jeff Landry signed the bill into law on May 22.
- Critics warn the law could complicate reviews of jury fairness and case outcomes.
- The Lens frames the issue as balancing juror protection with courtroom transparency.
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