La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 905.8

Current with changes from the 2024 First and Second Extraordinary Sessions

Section 905.8 - Imposition of sentence

The court shall sentence the defendant in accordance with the determination of the jury. If the jury is unable to unanimously agree on a determination, the court shall impose a sentence of life imprisonment without benefit of probation, parole or suspension of sentence.

La. Cr.P. § 905.8

Added by Acts 1976, No. 694, §1; Acts 1988, No. 779, §1, eff. July 18, 1988.

Added by Acts 1976, No. 694, §1; Acts 1988, No. 779, §1, eff. 7/18/1988.