Louisiana Prohibit Post-Conviction Bail for Individuals Convicted of Assault Against Minors Amendment (2026)
Unofficial result: Passed
Source: voterportal.sos.la.gov
Louisiana
My vote power: Above average
What does this measure do?
Supports: Public Safety and Crime Control
Louisiana would ban bail for anyone convicted of a serious violent or sexual crime against a child while they wait for sentencing or appeal. Such offenders would stay in custody instead of being released after conviction.
Read the official ballot measure
Proposed by: Louisiana Legislature (House Bill 51, Rep. Debbie Villio)
Rep. Villio is a Kenner Republican. It passed the House 92-0 and the Senate 31-1.
Source: legis.la.gov
A YES vote means
A person convicted of one of these serious crimes against a child could not be released on bail while waiting for sentencing or appeal.
A NO vote means
Current law stays, and such a convicted person may still be able to get bail.
No financial records found for this ballot measure.