louisiana laws

While not every exotic animal is legal to own, Louisiana residents may be surprised to learn that several uncommon creatures can legally be kept as pets.

Beginning August 1, 2026, there are numerous new Louisiana state laws going into effect. One of these new laws is called the "Behind the Counter" law.

Louisiana lawmakers are taking a harder stance on repeat drunk drivers after approving legislation increasing penalties for multiple DWI offenses.

A new bill moving through the Louisiana Legislature could soon make it illegal for businesses to add surcharges to debit card purchases.

With summer break arriving across Louisiana, many parents are facing the same big question: when is a child old enough to stay home alone?

Louisiana lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow Confederate monuments taken down from public spaces to be relocated to Louisiana state parks.

A new proposal, Louisiana bill 132, is moving through the state legislature aiming to make it a crime to intentionally direct loud or harmful sounds at someone.

From unusual restrictions to head-scratching regulations, Louisiana's legal history is filled with laws that will leave you wondering, “Wait… that’s actually illegal?”

We've talked about strange Louisiana laws before, but here are a few we haven't heard of yet. It's hard to believe these actually exist.

Let's take a look at what the official Louisiana laws say about lights on your vehicle so you don't get an expensive ticket in your stocking this Christmas.

The purple paint is there for a very serious reason, and if you do see purple paint in the woods you need to turn around and leave.

With all of the cooking we do in Louisiana, there are six meats you'll never find on anyone's BBQ pit because, they're illegal in Louisiana.

As the fireworks light up the night sky this July 4th, do you know what you can and can’t set off in Lafayette?

Before you blow those fresh grass clippings into the street, you might want to think again. What seems to be a harmless act could actually be illegal and carry hefty fines.

Louisiana may soon allow some abortion exceptions for minors.

There are a few Louisiana speeding laws you might not fully know about that you seriously need to understand before the next time you hit the road.

Are there really names that are against the law in Louisiana?

2025 is almost here, and with the new year comes new laws and big changes when it comes to Louisiana and THC.

If you're thinking about taking senior pictures on railroad tracks, it’s time to rethink that idea.

We all want everyone to be safe, and knowing when you need to stop for school buses will help make that happen.