La. Child. Code art. 736.1

Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 736.1 - Immunity

Any law enforcement officer acting in good faith upon the request of a parent or guardian, exercising due care in the taking into custody a runaway child, or providing assistance thereto, pursuant to the provisions of this Title shall have immunity from any civil liability that otherwise might be incurred or imposed because of the report, taking into custody, or assistance provided. The limitation of liability provided by this Article shall not extend to acts constituting negligence, a violation of the law, or a violation of the confidentiality provisions of this Code, including those contained in Article 412.

La. Ch.C. § 736.1

Acts 2001, No. 840, §1; Acts 2017, No. 362, §1.
Amended by Acts 2017, No. 362,s. 1, eff. 8/1/2017.
Acts 2001, No. 840, §1.