La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 18

Current with changes from the 2024 First and Second Extraordinary Sessions
Section 18 - Adoption of local rules of court

A court may adopt rules for the conduct of criminal proceedings before it, not in conflict with provisions of this Code or of other laws. When a court has more than one judge, its rules shall be adopted or amended by a majority of the judges thereof, sitting en banc.

The rules shall be entered on the minutes of the court, and a copy shall be furnished on request to any attorney licensed to practice law in this state.

La. Cr.P. § 18

amended by a majority of the judges thereof, sitting en banc.