Louisiana Senate Pushes Judgeship Cuts in New Orleans
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Louisiana Senate Pushes to Cut Judgeships in New Orleans Courts
The Louisiana Senate is advancing a bill to reduce judgeships in New Orleans courts, aiming to consolidate civil, criminal, and juvenile benches in Orleans Parish. The bill, which passed the Senate Judiciary Committee, would cut ten spots in total, reducing criminal district judges from thirteen to nine, civil from fourteen to twelve, municipal and traffic from seven to five, and juvenile from four to two. The bills supporters argue that New Orleans judge count is disproportionate compared to other parishes, while critics question the motives behind the proposal. The bills fate now lies in the full chamber, with a twin bill moving in the House, potentially overhauling New Orleans justice if it clears both sides.
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