HB 487·LA·house
MTR VEHICLE/VIOLATIONS: Provides relative to running red lights (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)
Signed into LawFiled Feb 26, 2026
Sponsor: Mike Bayham (R)
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Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 808.
Jun 9, 2026
Summary
The bill permits a motor vehicle to be immobilized (booted) when the owner fails to pay a citation issued by an automated red‑light enforcement system, but only after the owner receives an administrative hearing. It applies statewide except to Orleans Parish and confirms that cities and parishes may adopt even stricter regulations. The measure aims to strengthen enforcement of red‑light violations while ensuring due process.
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