Louisiana enacted a new law allowing surgical castration for certain child sex offenders.
Louisiana has enacted new laws, including a first-of-its-kind measure allowing judges to impose surgical castration for offenders guilty of certain sex crimes against children. Other legislation addresses anti-LGBTQ+ issues, tough-on-crime policies, and additional regulations on absentee ballots. The state has also implemented a law allowing those aged 18 and older to carry a concealed weapon without a permit. Critics argue that the new laws, including the castration law, are cruel and unusual punishments, while proponents claim they will deter criminals.
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