La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 651

Current with changes from the 2024 First and Second Extraordinary Sessions

Section 651 - When defense of insanity at time of offense is available; method of trial

When a defendant is tried upon a plea of "not guilty", evidence of insanity or mental defect at the time of the offense shall not be admissible.

The defenses available under a combined plea of "not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity" shall be tried together.

La. Cr.P. § 651