Statutes | Coushatta Tribe of LA Prot. from Viol. and Dom. Viol. Code Title 3A Chapter 3A.04 ยง 3A.04.020 | 2019
(a) Any person prosecuting domestic violence or a crime involving domestic violence shall notify the victim of his or her rights as set forth below.
(b) A victim of domestic violence or a crime involving domestic violence is entitled to all rights granted to victims of crime including, but not limited to, the right to:
(1) Be informed of all hearing dates and continuances.
(2) A victim shall not be required to testify in person at any proceedings related to the incident, however, the victim may be present at sentencing and address the court, either in person or by a written statement.
(3) Provide the court with a statement either in person or in writing, on the impact that the incident or crime has had on the victims health, welfare and the emotional impact of the incident or crime, a statement on the victims opinion regarding the frequency of domestic violence or crimes involving domestic violence which involve the perpetrator, and the perceived risk of further harm.
(4) Advise the court on appropriate counseling and any other conditions of probation and parole that the victim believes should be required of the perpetrator in order to insure the safety and welfare of the victim and other family and household members.
(5) Request restitution for losses directly caused by any criminal conduct by the perpetrator.
(6) Be informed of how to apply for victims compensation, and to apply for such funds.
(7) Receive notice from the prosecutor when:
(A) an alleged perpetrator will not, for any reason, be prosecuted for alleged domestic violence, a crime involving domestic violence, or for violating an order of protection.
(B) when the disposition of the case involves an agreement reached during plea bargaining.