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Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 46:2142

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.

Any law enforcement officer reporting in good faith, exercising due care in the making of an arrest or providing assistance pursuant to the provisions of La. Rev. Stat. 46:2140 and 2141 shall have immunity from any civil liability that otherwise might be incurred or imposed because of the report, arrest, or assistance provided.  

Acts 1985, No. 442, §1, eff. July 12, 1985.