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NOPD will not enforce state's abortion law, says chief

NOPD will not enforce state's abortion law, says chief
WWL.com

New Orleans police today announced that its officers will not take action to enforce Louisiana law prohibiting abortion, unless there are special circumstances.

NOPD released this statement:


Effective July 8, 2022, until otherwise advised by the Superintendent of Police, NOPD officers will not issue summons, make physical arrests, or otherwise enforce violations related to state laws prohibiting abortion.

Only in the event of extenuating circumstances, such as medical malpractice by a provider or violations of criminal law unrelated to state abortion statutes, would any sort of enforcement be considered.

Any such potential enforcement action would need the approval of a supervisor at the rank of Lieutenant or higher before any action could be taken.