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Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 13, § 5233.1. Protection of the freedom of worship in churches and other religious institutions; protection of religious education

Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. If a church or other place of worship has met the requirements for zoning, building code, and fire safety regulation, and has received an occupancy license for the use of the building, the government shall not do any of the following:

(1) Restrict or deny the use of the building for a meeting based upon the day of the week the building is being used.

(2) Restrict or deny the use of the building based upon the content or types of religious instruction, education, or activities conducted in the building.

(3) Restrict or deny the use of the building for a mother's day out program.

(4) Restrict or deny the use of the building for a meeting of two or more parents or children participating in a home study program, pursuant to R.S. 17:236.1, or a nonpublic school not seeking state approval for the purpose of the following:

(a) Increasing their child's academic performance.

(b) Facilitating socialization for student enrichment.

(c) Facilitating student recreational or athletic activities.

(5) Restrict or deny the use of the building for a Vacation Bible School or a Bible Camp.

B. Nothing in this Section shall prevent enforcement of Title 14 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950 or any other applicable provisions of criminal law.

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