This title specifies the classes of persons who are deemed capable of crimes, and liable to punishment therefor. This title defines the nature of the various crimes and prescribes the kind and measure of punishment to be inflicted for each. The manner of prosecuting and convicting criminals is regulated by the code of criminal procedure.

Historical Data

R.L. 1910, � 2088; Amended by Laws 1997, HB 1213, c. 133, � 12 (effective date amended to July 1, 1999, by Laws 1998, 1st Extr. Sess., HB 1002, c. 2, �� 23-26, emerg. eff. June 19, 1998); Amended by Laws 1999, 1st Extr. Sess., HB 1009, c. 5, � 3, emerg. eff. July 1, 1999 (superseded document available).