Habeas Corpus, Needful Writs, Orders and Process; Contempt
La. Const. art. V, § 2
in effect2. Habeas Corpus, Needful Writs, Orders and Process; Contempt
Section 2. A judge may issue writs of habeas corpus and all other needful writs, orders, and process in aid of the jurisdiction of his court. Exercise of this authority by a judge of the supreme court or of a court of appeal is subject to review by the whole court. The power to punish for contempt of court shall be limited by law.
Source: Louisiana State Legislature (legis.la.gov)URL: https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=206457Fetched: 10/20/2026