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La. Code Crim. Proc. Ann. art. 651 (2026)
When defense of insanity at time of offense is available; method of trial
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Art. 651. When defense of insanity at time of offense is available; method of trial
When a defendant is tried upon a plea of "not guilty", evidence of insanity or mental defect at the time of the offense shall not be admissible.
The defenses available under a combined plea of "not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity" shall be tried together.