pt 5 creek orleans

[color=#0000FF]TITLE 3: CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY[/color]

Littering
Any deliberate or careless act of disposing waste matter, including lit or non-lit cigarettes, cigars, matches, garbage, trash, refuse, paper, containers, or any object that could potentially harm people or cause traffic hazards shall result in an infraction with a fine of $150.

Illegally Discharging a Firearm
Unless explicitly authorized by law, any person who recklessly discharges a firearm, posing a threat of injury or death to others, will be charged with a misdemeanor and may face a sentence of 35 minutes.

Shooting At An Inhabited Dwelling Or Occupied Car
A felony charge awaits anyone who maliciously and intentionally fires a gun at an inhabited dwelling house, occupied building, occupied motor vehicle, occupied aircraft, or inhabited camper, leading to a possible sentence of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Possession of a Controlled Substance Other than Marijuana
Unlawful possession of any controlled substance, except for prescriptions from licensed practitioners or legally available substances, is a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 35 minutes.

Possession of a Controlled Substance Other than Marijuana with Intent To Sell
Having multiple controlled substances, excluding marijuana, totaling over one ounce (28 grams) with the intention to sell them is a felony, punishable by a sentence of 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Any individual found in possession of paraphernalia used exclusively for processing or consuming illegal controlled substances will be charged with a misdemeanor, with a possible sentence of 30 minutes.

Maintaining A Place For The Purpose Of Distribution
Operating or maintaining any property with the aim of unlawfully selling, storing, or distributing controlled substances, firearms, or other illicit goods or services is a felony, carrying a possible sentence of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Manufacture of a Controlled Substance
Manufacturing, compounding, producing, or preparing illegal substances, directly or indirectly, by chemical or natural means, results in a felony charge, punishable by a sentence of 2 hours.

Sale of a Controlled Substance Other than Marijuana
Selling or intending to sell any controlled substance to another person, regardless of their possession of the substance, is a felony, and the offender may face a sentence of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Sale of a Controlled Substance
Selling or intending to sell marijuana or prescription drugs to another person, regardless of their possession of the substances, is a misdemeanor, with a possible sentence of 30 minutes.

Possession of an Open Container
Possession of a visible and open container of alcohol in public places or in a motor vehicle shall be issued an infraction of $250.

Public Intoxication
Being found intoxicated with liquor in public places constitutes a misdemeanor, with a potential sentence of 30 minutes.

Under The Influence of a Controlled Substance
(a) Using or being under the influence of a controlled substance or dangerous substance without the proper permits or prescription to use such a substance is a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 35 minutes.

(b) Using or being under the influence of marijuana in public or while committing any other crime is a misdemeanor, with a possible sentence of 30 minutes.

Possession of Marijuana
The possession of marijuana is generally legal, except in specific circumstances:

(a) Possession of more than 28.5 grams is a misdemeanor, with a potential sentence of 45 minutes.

(b) Persons under the age of 21 in possession of up to 28.5 grams are guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 30 minutes.

(c) Persons under the age of 18 in possession of up to 28.5 grams shall be issued an infraction of $200.

Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
A person who possesses any Generally Prohibited Weapon as defined in Title 0, Section 009(a)(b)(c)(d) is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 40 minutes.

Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm
A person who carries a legal but unlicensed weapon on their person, in their vehicle, place of business, or other facility without proper permits is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 30 minutes.

Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
A person who possesses any firearm or modification of a firearm as defined in Title 0, Section 009(e)(f) is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 2 hours.

Possession of a Destructive Device
A person who possesses any manufactured or improvised device or equipment made from explosive and/or highly flammable materials and as defined in Title 0, Section 009(g) is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 2 hours, 45 minutes.

Manufacture of a Destructive Device or Prohibited Weapon
A person who manufactures, assembles, disassembles, or possesses parts of any dangerous weapon, explosive, trap, firearm, blade, or other destructive device is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 3 hours.

Illegal Sale, Lease, or Transfer of a Firearm
A person who sells, leases, or otherwise transfers a firearm to another without a Federal Firearms License is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 1 hour, 20 minutes.

This charge may be stacked for each illegally sold, leased, or transferred firearm.

The transfer of a firearm between a parent and child or a grandparent and grandchild is exempt from the Federal Firearms License requirement.

Drive-By Shooting
(a) A driver or owner of any motor vehicle who knowingly permits any other person to discharge any firearm from the vehicle is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 60 minutes.

(b) Any person who discharges a firearm from a motor vehicle at another person is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 2 hours, 30 minutes.

CCW License Violation
A person who carries concealed a legal firearm while in possession of a CCW license and commits any of the following is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a sentence of 30 minutes:

Entering any off-limits area as indicated by the state, such as schools, courthouses, or businesses that sell alcohol for consumption.
Refusing to show their CCW license or surrender the concealed weapon to any peace officer upon demand.
Consuming alcohol while actively carrying a concealed firearm.

Any other firearms regulatory violations apply as set by the appropriate licensing agency.

Failure to Report a Stolen Firearm
A person who fails to report their firearm as stolen within forty-eight (48) hours of becoming aware or having a reasonable belief of the theft is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a sentence of 30 minutes.

Illegal Distribution of Ammunition
A person who sells or otherwise distributes any ammunition defined under Title 0 Section 008 is guilty of a felony, punishable by a sentence of 1 hour, 30 minutes.

Terrorism***
(a) Committing systematic threats or actions against the public good to cause fear and intimidation on a grand scale is a felony, punishable up to a life sentence.

(b) Engaging in an attack or threatening an attack on a major public or private facility, such as an office complex, stadium, public transportation system, bridge, or other similar structures is a felony, punishable up to a life sentence.

Treason***
Engaging in war against the state of Louisiana, adhering to its enemies, or providing them with aid and comfort while owing allegiance to the state is a felony punishable by a life sentence.[/font]