Louisiana Remove Involuntary Servitude as Punishment for a Crime from Constitution Amendment

Louisiana Ballot Measure - HB298 Amendment 7

Election: Nov. 8, 2022 (General)

Outcome: Failed

Categories:

Criminal Justice

Summary


The amendment would remove language from the state constitution that allows involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. The constitution would be amended to say, "Slavery and involuntary servitude are prohibited." The amendment would add language stating that the section of the constitution "does not apply to the otherwise lawful administration of criminal justice."

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