La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 28
Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session, Chs. 3, 6-496, effective on or before 7/1/2024
If the magistrate is satisfied that there is just cause to fear that the defendant is about to commit the threatened offense, he shall issue a summons ordering the defendant to appear before him at a specified time and date. The magistrate may issue a warrant of arrest when imminent and serious harm is threatened.
La. Cr.P. § 28