Louisiana Public Records Law

= Short Description =

Who is covered?

 * Governor: generally exempt
 * Legislature: not covered based on court decisions
 * Courts: not covered/mentioned
 * Advisory Committees: covered

What is the process like?
Any adult may request records. Requests can be made orally or in writing. Responses must be issued within three business days of a request. Fees can only be charged for viewing records if the person wants to view outside of regular office hours. No fees can be charged for record searches within regular office hours. Copying fees are to be established by the record custodian and must be "reasonable."

Most recent changes?
1940, with more minor changes in 1978 (enforcement)

= Legislation =

The following are bills introduced in 2011:

= Articles, Blog Posts, etc =


 * State Governors redefine open government - Sunlight Foundation, Jul. 7, 2011
 * Public deserves more transparency for Governor’s records - Chad Rogers, Jun. 13, 2011