Gov. Landry Vetoes Bill to Increase Payouts for Wrongfully Convicted Inmates

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issues first veto of the year — on a bill that passed unanimously

The governor vetoed legislation that would have allowed prisoners who were wrongfully convicted of a crime to get more compensation from the state.

Gov. Landry vetoes bill to increase payouts for wrongfully convicted inmates

BATON ROUGE, La. (NEWS 15) — A bipartisan bill that passed unanimously in the Louisiana Legislature to increase compensation for wrongfully convicted inmates was vetoed by the governor, despite its widespread support. Senate Bill 125, authored by Sen. Gerald Boudreaux,…

Fundraiser aims to raise $400K for Louisiana exonerees after governor vetoes bill

A New Orleans-based organization aims to raise $400,000 for 10 exonerees after Gov. Jeff Landry vetoed a bill that would have increased the state's wrongful conviction compensation cap.