A lot of new state laws go into effect Monday, August 1st, and one of them will forbid police from using the smell of marijuana as probable cause to search one’s home. The bill was authored by New Iberia Representative Marcus Bryant, who says there are still warrantless searches and arrests being made, simply because an LEO smelled weed. He says the new law makes it clear for police…:
CUT 09 (07) “…warrantless arrests”
Bryant says legalizing smokable marijuana as medicine makes this new law necessary to protect individuals’ rights.
Another law taking effect Monday imposes stiff penalties for stealing catalytic converters from vehicles. River Ridge Senator Kirk Talbot says his legislation makes the punishment severe…:
CUT 06(10) “…50-grand”
Talbot says SUVs and pick-up trucks are the biggest victims of this crime. Maybe because they’re easier to climb under.
Northwestern State is thrilled about the signing of Hansel Enmanuel – the high school basketball star with one arm. Michelle Southern reports…:
CUT 01(28) “…Southern.”
…and now today’s markets…