Intentional exposure to AIDS virus - Louisiana Sexual Assault Laws

In Louisiana, the criminal charge of Intentional exposure to AIDS virus is classified as a Felony.

Intentional exposure to AIDS virus Crime & Punishment in Louisiana :

The Louisiana code § 14:43.5 defines one degrees of the crime intentional exposure to aids virus, each with associated punishments. The degree of the crime depends on the specifics of the crime committed, with higher degrees of the charge generally receiving harsher punishments.

Severity	Intentional exposure to AIDS virus - Charge Description	Punishment
Felony	If victim was a police officer.	Punishable by fine of not more than $6000, and/or by imprisonment, with or without hard labor, for not more than 11 years Punishable by fine of not more than $5000, and/or by imprisonment with or without hard labor for not more than 10 years

Intentional exposure to AIDS virus is a charge that is unique to Louisiana. Crimes that would be prosecuted as intentional exposure to aids virus in Louisiana will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.

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